Critique the economic impact of trade restrictions and reparations on Germany after World War I.(1 point)
Responses
a. The Treaty of Versailles forced Germany to pay reparations and pay high tariffs to trade with others. Most Germans found this a fair response to their part in the war.
b. The Treaty of Versailles forced Germany to pay reparations and pay high tariffs to trade with others. This caused great economic pain, which led to the rise of anti-Semitism and fascism.
c. The Treaty of Versailles forced Germany to get rid of its artistic institutions. This limited tourism, education, and the export of art.
d. The Treaty of Versailles forced Germany to pay reparations and pay high tariffs to trade with others. This caused great economic pain, which led to the rise of communism.
The most accurate response is:
b. The Treaty of Versailles forced Germany to pay reparations and pay high tariffs to trade with others. This caused great economic pain, which led to the rise of anti-Semitism and fascism.
This response highlights the negative economic impact of trade restrictions and reparations on Germany after World War I, leading to social and political consequences such as the rise of anti-Semitic and fascist ideologies.