The End of Optimism? The Great Depression in Europe

Historical Context: Student Lecture Outline

I. The Coming of the Depression

1.Disruption in world trade

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The depression was a _____________________________________________

2. Common patterns of economic crisis:

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II. Comparing Patterns and Policy Responses Across Europe

III. Understanding Conditions, Actions, and Motivations

1. Economic Conditions:

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2. Motivations and Actions

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IV. Demonstrations, Strikes, and Protests Lead To Political Transformations

1. Economic conditions provoked collective action.

2. Collective action resulted in policy responses and political transformations.