Changes for workers and women (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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What was the period 1924-29 in the Weimar Republic often called?
What was the period 1924-29 in the Weimar Republic often called?
The Golden Age
What % of workers' earnings were deducted for the unemployment insurance scheme?
What % of workers' earnings were deducted for the unemployment insurance scheme?
3%
How many new homes were built between 1925 and 1929 through the govt housing programme?
How many new homes were built between 1925 and 1929 through the govt housing programme?
101,000
Women's employment dropped from what % in 1918 to what % by 1925?
Women's employment dropped from what % in 1918 to what % by 1925?
75% to 36%
In what year were women granted the right to vote in Germany?
In what year were women granted the right to vote in Germany?
1918
What % of eligible women participated in Weimar elections?
What % of eligible women participated in Weimar elections?
90%
What did Article 109 declare about marriage?
What did Article 109 declare about marriage?
It should be an equal partnership
What was the 'new woman' phenomenon?
What was the 'new woman' phenomenon?
Financially independent & less traditional
What % rent tax was introduced to fund housing construction?
What % rent tax was introduced to fund housing construction?
15%
Which improvements in working life occurred after 1924?
Which improvements in working life occurred after 1924?
Reduced hours & increased wages
What concern did some Germans have about workers' improvements?
What concern did some Germans have about workers' improvements?
Well-off Germans felt resentful
What were most women expected to do after marriage during this period?
What were most women expected to do after marriage during this period?
Give up their jobs