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Treaty of Versailles

Revise Treaty of Versailles in Conflict and Tension 1918-1939 for GCSE History with 8 exam-style questions and 6 flashcards. This is a very high-frequency exam topic, so it is worth revising until the core ideas feel automatic.

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Setting the Scene

Introduction2

Remember: LAMB (the 4 key terms)

Deep Dive3

Treaty of Versailles: LAMB

Diagram4

Treaty Terms — Key Statistics

Key Facts5

Why Was the Treaty So Harsh? — Connected Causation

Causation6

Key Terms You Must Know

Definitions7

Common Misconceptions

Misconceptions8

Memory Aids: Lock In the Key Facts

Memory Aid9

Exam Connection

Exam Focus10

Exam Tips for the Treaty of Versailles

Exam Tips11

Topic Summary: The Treaty of Versailles, 1919

Summary

Sample Flashcards

Army limit?
100,000 soldiers, no tanks, no air force, 6 battleships, no submarines
What does LAMB stand for?
Land, Army, Money, Blame — the 4 key treaty terms

Sample Questions

What was Article 231 of the Treaty of Versailles?

  • A. The clause limiting Germany's army to 100,000 men
  • B. The clause setting reparations at £6.6 billion
  • C. The War Guilt Clause — Germany accepted sole blame for starting the war
  • D. The clause banning Germany from joining the League of Nations
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How much were Germany required to pay in reparations under the Treaty of Versailles?

  • A. £660 million
  • B. £6.6 billion
  • C. £66 billion
  • D. £660 billion
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