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How does evidence shape Depression?

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AB Germany, 1890-1945: Democracy and dictatorship

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How does evidence shape Depression?

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Narrative sequence: answer How does evidence shape Depression by focusing on Part two: Germany and the Depression. Use the chronology of AB Germany, 1890-1945: Democracy and dictatorship, select named evidence connected to Study the impact of the Depression, including growth in support for the Nazis and other extremist parties from 1928 to 1932, the, and order events accurately, show movement from one development to the next, and avoid jumping chronology. End by answering the command word directly.

Explanation

This exam-style task requires a developed historical argument rather than a list of facts. Begin with the relevant period from Paper 1 Section A: Period studies, then anchor the answer in Part two: Germany and the Depression. The evidence should connect to Study the impact of the Depression, including growth in support for the Nazis and other extremist parties from 1928 to 1932, the and be explained through cause, consequence, change, continuity, significance or interpretation as appropriate. A strong final judgement shows why the selected evidence is more convincing than a vague or unsupported claim.

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Avoid confusing Depression

A common mistake is to write about Depression as a general opinion, or to mix up cause, consequence, change and continuity in 1890-1945.

Anchor the answer to Part two: Germany and the Depression, use precise evidence, and state whether Depression is a cause, consequence, change, continuity or significant development.

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