Practice War Crimes Trials (3.2) - Chapter 7: World War II

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Question 1.
What was the purpose of the Nuremberg Trials?
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Think about the consequences of their actions.
Question 2.
Name one of the key principles established by the Nuremberg Trials.
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Consider who is responsible for actions in conflicts.
3Question 3.
What are the Nuremberg Trials known for?
- Judging the Japanese War crimes
- Establishing accountability for Nazi leaders
- Promoting pacifism
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Think about what happened after World War II.
4Question 4.
True or False: 'Going by orders' is a valid defense according to the principles established by the Nuremberg Trials.
- True
- False
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Recall what the trials aimed to achieve in terms of justice.
Question 5.
Discuss the long-term implications of the Nuremberg Trials on international relations and humanitarian law.
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Consider how this affected later tribunals and conventions.
Question 6.
Examine how the concept of 'crimes against humanity' has evolved since the Nuremberg Trials.
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Look at the types of cases being addressed today.

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