Question

what led to the emergence of totalitarianism in the 1920s and 1930s? choose 5 answers.

social darwinism

the american and french revolutions

world war i

treaty of versailles

economic issues and unemployment in europe

the great depression

bombing of pearl harbor

Explanation:

1. Social Darwinism: Ideology of "survival of the fittest" was used to justify authoritarian/totalitarian ideas, promoting superiority of certain groups.
2. World War I: Devastation and political instability post - WWI created conditions for totalitarian movements to rise.
3. Treaty of Versailles: Harsh terms on Germany (and others) led to resentment, economic strain, and political unrest, fueling totalitarian ideologies.
4. Economic issues and unemployment in Europe: Economic hardships made people vulnerable to totalitarian promises of stability and prosperity.
5. The Great Depression: Global economic collapse worsened poverty/unemployment, creating fertile ground for totalitarian regimes (e.g., Hitler in Germany, Mussolini in Italy) to gain support.

The American and French Revolutions were for democracy/liberty (not totalitarianism), and Pearl Harbor bombing (1941) is too late.

Answer:

• Social Darwinism
• World War I
• Treaty of Versailles
• Economic issues and unemployment in Europe
• The Great Depression