During the 1930s, much of the world seemed to give up on their hope for a democratic solution to their problems and instead turned to totalitarianism, both in Europe and in Asia.

Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:

  • Textbook: Chapter 4, 5
  • Lesson
  • Minimum of 1 scholarly source (in addition to the textbook)

Initial Post Instructions
During the 1930s, much of the world seemed to give up on their hope for a democratic solution to their problems and instead turned to totalitarianism, both in Europe and in Asia.

For the initial post, select and address one of the following:

  • Germany/Hitler
  • USSR/Stalin
  • Japan/Tojo

Address the following questions for your selection:

  • What effects did the history, politics, and economies of those areas play in their decisions to turn to totalitarianism?
  • What role did the Great Depression in the United States play in their plight?

Follow-Up Post Instructions
Respond to at least two peers or one peer and the instructor. At least one of your responses should be to a peer who chose an option different from yours. Further the dialogue by providing more information and clarification.

Writing Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 posts (1 initial & 2 follow-up)
  • Minimum of 2 sources cited (assigned readings/online lessons and an outside source)
  • APA format for in-text citations and list of references