Multiple choice How was Adolf Hitler able to consolidate power? He was elected Führer by the people. After becoming Reich Chancellor, he declared himself Führer. He was appointed Führer by the Reich Chancellor. None of these Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation Hitler was appointed Chancellor in 1933. Following the death of President Hindenburg in 1934, he merged the offices of Chancellor and President, declaring himself Führer and consolidating total control.