Question

In 1940, the German Government forced France to surrender. Germany was

succeeding in its goal to take over the world.
Look at the section called "French Collaboration and Resistance" on pg. 164-165.
What was the goal of the Vichy government?
To cooperate with the Nazis and aid their efforts.
To fight the Nazi occupation.
To arrest Nazis living in France.

Answer 1

The goal of the Vichy government was to cooperate with the Nazis and aid their efforts during the German occupation of France during World War II.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Vichy government was established in 1940, after the German army occupied France during World War II. The government, led by Marshal Philippe Pétain , was based in the town of Vichy and had limited autonomy under the German occupation. The Vichy regime's main goal was to cooperate with the Nazi government and aid their efforts in the occupation of France. This included implementing policies that supported the Nazis, such as the persecution of Jews and other minority groups, and the conscription of French workers to be sent to Germany to work in factories. Additionally, Vichy government also passed laws that allowed the Gestapo to operate freely on French soil, and also assisted the Nazis in rounding up Jews for Deportation to Concentration camps.