Prior to the Invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941

question 18

Multiple Choice

Prior to the invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941, why did German military forces attack in the Balkans and North Africa?

• A) To support their ally, Italy
• B) To support their ally, Russia
• C) To demand their treaty rights as documented in the Congress of Vienna
• D) In support of their ally, Serbia

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Definitions:

Ambivalent Racism

A theory suggesting that people can have conflicting, simultaneous racist and egalitarian attitudes, leading to ambivalent feelings and behaviors toward racial outgroups.

Individualism; Egalitarianism

A philosophical and cultural stance that emphasizes the moral worth of the individual and the belief in human equality, especially regarding social, political, and economic rights and privileges.

Collectivism; Egalitarianism

A societal orientation emphasizing group goals and equality, where people prioritize the well-being of the group over individual success.

Protestant Work Ethic

The value attached to hard work, diligence, and efficiency, historically associated with Protestant groups.