Social Studies
Name: _______________________
Directions: Complete the following questions using the link listed below.
http://www.biography.com/people/benito-mussolini-9419443 (Pages 1-2)
Questions
1. When and where was Mussolini born?
2. Briefly explain Mussolini’s youth and life with his parents.
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3. How did Mussolini view WWI for Italy?
4. Why was Mussolini expelled from the Socialist Party in Italy?
5. What movement did Mussolini lead in Italy in 1919? What did he hope to
achieve with this movement?
6. What were the “black shirts” and what did they do?
7. Mussolini made himself dictator of Italy in 1929. What title did he then take?
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8. In 1935, Mussolini attempted to show the strength of his regime. How did he do
this?
9. Explain the relationship that developed between Mussolini and Hitler.
10. How did the Allies plan to take Italy out of the war? Explain.
11. Explain the final days and death of Mussolini.
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