Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to understand how the Nazi party came to power in Germany.

Materials and Prep

• Internet access
• Notebook or paper
• Pen or pencil

No additional knowledge or preparation is required for this lesson.

Activities

1. Research and Take Notes

   Have the student research the rise of the Nazi party in Germany. They can use online resources or books to gather information. Instruct them to take notes on key events, influential figures, and factors that contributed to their rise to power.

2. Create a Timeline

   Using the notes they took, have the student create a timeline of the events leading up to the Nazi party's rise to power. They can use a piece of paper or a digital tool to organize the timeline.

3. Write a Short Essay

   Ask the student to write a short essay summarizing the main factors that allowed the Nazi party to gain power in Germany. Encourage them to use their notes and the timeline they created as references.

4. Discussion and Reflection

   Engage in a discussion with the student about their findings. Ask them to reflect on the significance of the events and factors they discovered. Encourage critical thinking and the exploration of different perspectives.

Talking Points

• "The Treaty of Versailles and its impact on Germany's economy and national pride played a significant role in creating the conditions for the rise of the Nazi party."
• "The Great Depression in the 1930s further destabilized Germany's economy and increased support for extremist political parties."
• "Adolf Hitler's charisma and ability to manipulate public opinion through propaganda were crucial in gaining popularity for the Nazi party."
• "The Enabling Act of 1933 granted Hitler and the Nazi party dictatorial powers, allowing them to consolidate their control over Germany."
• "The failure of other political parties and the lack of strong opposition contributed to the Nazi party's rise to power."