The exam paper explores conflict and tension during the interwar years (1918–1939), emphasizing key events and decisions shaping international relations. Topics include the challenges faced by peacemakers in 1919, the effectiveness of the Locarno Treaties, and the role of the League of Nations. German rearmament and its contribution to escalating tensions in Europe are critically examined, alongside broader geopolitical developments such as the rise of militarism and nationalism. The paper integrates source evaluation, contextual analysis, and critical reasoning to assess the causes and consequences of diplomatic, economic, and military actions during this volatile period.