The Treaty of Versailles (ended WWI)

Explain how the Treaty of Versailles affected Germany at the end of WW I. Some historians say that the Treaty of Versailles led to the rise of Fascism and Adolph Hitler. Why do you think historians say this?

The Treaty of Versailles affected Germany at the end of WWI. It affected Germany because they didn't have enough money to play for the damage of the war. Also some historians say that the Treaty of Versailles led to the rise of Fascism and Adolph Hitler. They say this because Germany was in a depression and they needed a leader. So then Hitler came along and took advantage, and became the leader. This is why historians say this.

Mustafa Kemal Ataturk and the Modernization of Turkey.

Explain how Mustafa Kemal (aka: Ataturk) modernized Turkey and made it more secular. What changes did he make? Also define secular.

Mustafa Kemal aka. Ataturk modernized Turkey in many ways. One specific way was but changing the hat, also clothes. Secular is not pertaining to or connected with religion.

Film Lesson: "Gandhi"

Using specific examples from the film: Explain how Gandhi helped his nation of India gain Independence from Great Britain. What were some of the things that he did? Explain his philosophy of non-violence; and explain how he used it effectively.


Gandhi helped many people. His theory was not to use violence, but to have a peaceful country. Gandhi helped India gain their Independence from Great Britain. Gandhi told the Indian people to burn their clothes that were bought from the British, so that they can show that they don't need the British help. Gandhi would weave his own clothes and expected others to do the same. Gandhi also went for the Salt Act. He wanted the British to know that India did not need there help. Basically Gandhi wanted the British to know that India wanted to be its own Independent Country. Gandhi did not believe in violence, so he would never fight back.