The Weimar Republic faced many threats. Why did some Germans support the Spartacists in 1919?

Level 4: Explains two reasons. 6 marks
Level 3: Explains one reason. 4-5 marks
Four marks for one explanation, five marks for explanation supported by specific contextual knowledge.
- They were disappointed with the result of the November Revolution. The moderates under Ebert came out on top and many of the old regime kept their jobs. The government that emerged was a Social Democratic one. This was a disappointment for those on the left who wanted more radical policies such as nationalisation of important industries.

Level 2: Identifies or describes valid reason(s); addresses the question but does not explain. 2-3 marks

One Level 2 mark for each identification/description.
- They wanted a Communist government.
- They were communists.
- They were disappointed with the results of the November Revolution.
- They wanted to nationalise industries.
- They were against the Social Democratic government.

Level 1: Writes about the topic but does not address the question. 1 mark
- They did this because Germany was very unstable at that time and there was a danger of revolution. Lots of different groups wanted power.

Accept all valid responses.
Level 0: No creditable response. 0 marks