The Significance of Factors Leading to the Weimar Republic's Challenges

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Year 11 / GCSE / Grade 8
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~20 mins
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A worksheet exploring the key factors influencing the stability and challenges of the Weimar Republic, focusing on the Treaty of Versailles and its consequences.

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The Significance of Factors Leading to the Weimar Republic's Challenges

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Grade Year 11 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to Factors Affecting the Weimar Republic

Source A: Excerpt from a historian's analysis

'The Treaty of Versailles imposed heavy reparations and territorial losses, which many Germans viewed as unjust and humiliating.' Provenance: Historian analysis from a GCSE textbook, 2019.

1.
Categorize the factors mentioned in Source A under Political, Social, Economic, or Religious. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
2.
Explain why the Treaty of Versailles was a significant factor affecting the stability of the Weimar Republic. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Political Factors

Source B: Political instability in 1920s Germany

'The frequent changes in government and the presence of extremist parties undermined confidence in the Weimar Republic.' Provenance: Political analysis from a GCSE history guide, 2020.

1.
Compare the political factors in Source B with the impact of the Treaty of Versailles discussed earlier. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
2.
Outline how political extremism in the 1920s affected the stability of the Weimar Republic. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
C

Economic Factors

Source C: Hyperinflation Crisis of 1923

'Germany experienced hyperinflation, destroying savings and leading to economic hardship for many citizens.' Provenance: Economic report from a GCSE history textbook, 2018.

1.
Categorize the economic factors described in Source C. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
2.
Which economic factor was MORE significant in weakening the Weimar Republic? Justify your answer with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
D

Social Factors

Source D: Social unrest and public opinion

'Many Germans blamed the Weimar government for accepting harsh terms and for economic hardship, leading to widespread discontent.' Provenance: Social commentary from a GCSE history resource, 2019.

1.
Compare the social factors in Source D with the political and economic factors previously discussed. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
2.
Outline the role of social discontent in shaping the challenges faced by the Weimar Republic. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
E

Religious Factors

Source E: Religious divisions and attitudes

'Religious groups had varying opinions on the Treaty and the new government, sometimes causing divisions.' Provenance: Religious studies analysis from a GCSE history resource, 2017.

1.
Categorize the religious factors mentioned in Source E. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
2.
Which factor—religious or social—was MORE significant in affecting the stability of the Weimar Republic? Justify your choice with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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1/1/2026
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