1. Judgement A
Was propaganda the main reason why Hitler was able to become Chancellor of
Germany in 1933? (16)
You may use the following in your answer and any other information of your own
• 1929: The Wall Street Crash causes a worldwide depression.
• A 1932 election poster read “Our last hope: Hitler”.
• January 1933: President Hindenburg appoints Hitler as Chancellor.
Level 1 Simple statement(s) offered, showing some relevant knowledge.
Students give facts about Germany between 1929-33.
1-4 marks
Answer lacks clarity and organisation. No credit for simply copying out the bullet points without developing it.
Level 2 Statement(s) are developed with support from material which is mostly relevant and accurate. .
Students describe what happened in 1929-32. Links to how Hitler became Chancellor remain implicit.
5-8 marks
Evidence of material selected, but paragraphs lack clarity or organisation. Top of level for depth/range of material offered.
Level 3 The answer shows understanding of the focus of the question and is able to support points made with sufficient accurate and
relevant material.
9-12 marks Student explains importance of Hitler’s actions and that of other factors. More explicit explaining of how each factor helped Hitler
become Chancellor.
Writing is well organised and material selected carefully. Top of the level for answers with a range of detail.
Level 4 The answer sustains its focus on the question. It is supported by precisely selected and accurate material.
Student analysis the extent of the success of Hitler’s actions in relation to Germany’s problems.
13-16 marks
Writing is well organised, precise and selects relevant material throughout. Top of the level for answers that make and support a
judgement on the proposition of the question.
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