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CLEP Western Civ II

Category - Interwar

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Which of the following explains the significance of the 1932 presidential election in Germany?
  1. Hitler won and came to power.
  2. Hindenburg was forced out of office.
  3. Any hope of the return of the monarchy was eliminated.
  4. The strength of the German Communist movement was revealed.
  5. Hitler gained the support of industrialists and landowners.
Explanation
Answer: E - Because of the presidential election of 1932, Hitler gained the support of key industrialists, landowners, and military officials. Although he lost the election to Hindenburg, he became nationally known as a powerful political figure. His powerful backers insisted that Hindenburg appoint him Chancellor in 1933, placing him in power and paving the way for his takeover of the German government.
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