What was the Yalta Conference?

A meeting discussing Europe's post-war reorganization, A meeting between the heads of gov. (US, Britain, USSR)

How was the barbed wire used in WWI different from the average barbed wire used at the time?

The wire was thicker and contained more barbs

Why was it important for United States to control Okinawa and other Pacific islands?

From these islands, U.S. pilots could bomb Japan and return.

What pact did Nazi Germany sign with Russia before the Russo-German invasion of Poland?

The Nazi-Soviet Pact, The Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact, The German–Soviet Non-aggression Pact

Why was Russia(Stalin) angry about the western Allies initiating Operation Torch?

The western Allies attacked North Africa instead of Europe, Operation Torch extended the war by a speculated year, The actions of the western Allies resulted in Russian deaths

What happened to Italy on September 3, 1944?

A secret agreement was signed with the new gov. of Italy, Allied forces launched a attack on mainland Italy

What was the main goal of Japan during WWII?

Control the rich countries that were rich in raw materials

What was the overall goal of Hitler (Germany) during WWII?

Hitler wanted Lebensraum (living space) for Germanic people., Hitler wanted to liquidate Jewish people and communists

What were aircraft originally used for during WWI?

Scout the battlefield and enemy positions

Why did Russia surrender to Germany on November 7, 1917?

Vladimir Lenin and the Bolsheviks seized control of Russia

What did Germany gain from theTreaty of Brest-Litovsk?

The Baltic States, Six billion German gold marks in reparations

What allowed the British to win the Battle of Britain?

A shift of German focus from the RAF onto civilian bombings, The British developed the Dowding System and Radar

When did Japan finally surrender, ending WWII?

September 2, 1945, August 15, 1945.

What were the terms of the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact?

Germany and Russia agreed to total peace for 10 years, Germany and Russia would invade Poland and split the country

Why did Japan attack Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941?

The U.S. placed/threatened economic sanctions on Japan, South East Asia was "protected" by America, Japan needed to takeover the oil-rich South East Asia, Without oil the Japanese conquest would eventually stall

When and how did Adolf Hitler during the Battle of Berlin?

Hitler died by a gunshot wound (suicide); on April 30, 1945.

Who was the leader of Japan from December 25, 1926 –January 7, 1989?

Emperor Shōwa, Emperor Hirohito

Why didn't the Battle of the Somme occur as the allies expected?

Slow and ill troop movement across battlefield, Inefficient allied artillery barrages

What two air forces fought in the Battle of Britain?

The British Royal Air force vs. German Luftwaffe

What was the name of the 1918 German offensive on the Western Front during WWI?

The Ludendorff Offensive, The Spring Offensive

What were the terms of the Treaty of Versailles?

Germany must shorten its army to only 100,000 men, Germany must accept guilt in causing the Great War, Germany must surrender its colonies and newly seized lands, Germany must pay billions in reparations for "damages"

What countries did Germany take over by June 9, 1940?

Denmark, Norway, Austria, Czechoslovakia, and western Poland

What caused WWI to start?

Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.

Why is the Battle of the Somme significant?

The first day was the worst day in British army history, The battle is notable for the first use of the tanks, It was the largest battle of WWI on the Western Front

Why did Great Britain declare war on Germany in WWI?

The Germans invaded Belgium to get to and attack France

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1
What was the Yalta Conference?
A meeting discussing Europe's post-war reorganization
A meeting between the heads of gov. (US, Britain, USSR)
A meeting between Eisenhower, Winston Churchill, and Stalin
A meeting convened in Yalta Berlin, from February 4-11, 1945
2
How was the barbed wire used in WWI different from the average barbed wire used at the time?
The wire was thicker and contained more barbs
The wire was longer and more tangled
The wire was sharper and thicker
The wire was more durable and contained more barbs
3
Which country and what side had the fastest and best military production during WWII?
Russia, Allies
America, Allies
Great Britain, Allies
Germany, Axis
4
Why was it important for United States to control Okinawa and other Pacific islands?
To assassinate Emperor Hirohito
To protect the lives of Japanese civilians
To control Japanese trade
From these islands, U.S. pilots could bomb Japan and return.
5
What pact did Nazi Germany sign with Russia before the Russo-German invasion of Poland?
The Nazi-Soviet Pact
The Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact
The German-Soviet Friendship Pact
The German–Soviet Non-aggression Pact
6
Why was Russia(Stalin) angry about the western Allies initiating Operation Torch?
The western Allies attacked North Africa instead of Europe
Operation Torch allowed the western Allies to halt Communism
Operation Torch extended the war by a speculated year
The actions of the western Allies resulted in Russian deaths
7
On June 22, 1940, France signed an armistice with Germany. Where did the signing take place?
The Forest of Champornot
The Saint-Palais Forest
The Ardennes Forest
The Compiegne Forest
8
What new technology was used in World War I that wasn't used in any other war before?
Machine Guns
Tanks
Planes
All of the above
9
What happened to Italy on September 3, 1944?
A secret agreement was signed with the new gov. of Italy
Allied forces launched a attack on mainland Italy
Italian naval forces launched a failed counter-offensive
Italy was attacked and surrendered to the Allied powers
10
What was the main goal of Japan during WWII?
Control the Pacific Ocean for trade and protection purposes
Take over Chinese lands and enslave their people's
Control the rich countries that were rich in raw materials
Gain the retribution and respect that they never received
11
In what ways did American Africans help the war effort in both world wars?
All of the above
They moved North and helped build vital military equipment
African Americans helped by fulfilling many non-combat jobs
They helped serve on the front lines in many crucial battles
12
What was the overall goal of Hitler (Germany) during WWII?
Hitler wanted Lebensraum (living space) for Germanic people.
Hitler wanted to own/dominate all of Europe
Hitler wanted world domination and the elimination of Jews
Hitler wanted to liquidate Jewish people and communists
13
What were aircraft originally used for during WWI?
Drop bombs on enemy ground troops
Drop bombs on planes and/or submarines
Fight other aircraft
Scout the battlefield and enemy positions
14
Why did Russia surrender to Germany on November 7, 1917?
Military leaders who hated the war revolted against Russia
Vladimir Lenin and the Bolsheviks seized control of Russia
Russia was under economic ruin from the 1917 Winter-Famine
Russia was under political instability because of revolution
15
What did Germany gain from theTreaty of Brest-Litovsk?
The Baltic States
The Provinces of Kars Oblast in the South Caucasus
Six billion German gold marks in reparations
Modern-day Ukraine, Poland, Finland, Latvia, and Lithuania.
16
Which country during WWI had the best helmets? (Not based on looks but actual protection)
Russia
United States
Germany
France
17
What allowed the British to win the Battle of Britain?
The pilots on the RAF had more experience than the Germans
The British produced far more superior and advanced aircraft
A shift of German focus from the RAF onto civilian bombings
The British developed the Dowding System and Radar
18
Approximately how many civilian+military deaths were there in WWII?
40-70 million
30-60 million
50-80 million
60-90 million
19
What happened during the Nazi occupation of Poland?
Forced evictions into ghettos and later, concentration camps
Enslavement of Poles to make goods and provide services
Mass executions by firing squad, hanging, and poisonous gas
All of the above
20
What plan was adopted by Germany to quickly attack France?
Schlieffen Plan
Operation Barbarossa
Kaiser Plan
Betrieb Blitzkrieg
21
About how long did it take the Germans to conquer Poland?
About a week
About a month
About 1/2 a month
About a year
22
Where did the Germans turn their attention after their failure in the Battle of Britain?
The United States of America
Greece
North Africa
The Soviet Union
23
Why did the United States fight on the side of the Allies during WWI?
Racial stereotypes about Germans.
Zimmerman telegram
All of the above
Many trade deals with Britain and France
24
What advantages did average Allied aces have over German aces?
Speed and Sturdiness
Speed and Tactics
Speed and Dive
Sturdiness and faster Machine Guns
25
What agreement signed in 1938 allowed Nazi Germany to annex the Sudetenland to keep the peace?
The Munich Agreement
The Paris Agreement
The Haavara Agreement
The Berlin-London Agreement
26
When did Japan finally surrender, ending WWII?
March 9, 1945
September 2, 1945
July 6, 1945
August 15, 1945.
27
What were the terms of the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact?
Germany would be able to invade Poland unopposed
Germany and Russia agreed to total peace for 10 years
Russia would be allowed to build up its military
Germany and Russia would invade Poland and split the country
28
Why did Japan attack Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941?
The U.S. placed/threatened economic sanctions on Japan
South East Asia was "protected" by America
Japan needed to takeover the oil-rich South East Asia
Without oil the Japanese conquest would eventually stall
29
When and how did Adolf Hitler during the Battle of Berlin?
Hitler died by a gunshot wound (suicide); on April 30, 1945.
Hitler died by a gunshot wound (murder); on April 30, 1945
Hitler died defending Berlin from the USSR on April 30, 1945
Hitler didn't die in Berlin, but peacefully in Argentina.
30
At what time did the Battle of the Somme occur?
August 2, 1916-September 14, 1916
July 1, 1916-November 18, 1916
June 6, 1916-June 28, 1916
December 13, 1916-March 8, 1916
31
How many casualties were there in WWI?
32 million
42 million
28 million
38 million
32
Who was the leader of Japan from December 25, 1926 –January 7, 1989?
Emperor Shōwa
Emperor Hirohito
Emperor Akihito
Emperor Zhao
33
What strategy did the U.S. undergo in the Pacific?
Island Skipping
Island Domination
Brute Force on Water (Tidal Waving)
Leapfrogging
34
In late August 1918, the Allies began a counter-offensive with 1-2 million fresh U.S. troops.
True
The correct answer is 2-3 million fresh U.S. troops
The correct answer is late July 1918
False
35
Why didn't the Battle of the Somme occur as the allies expected?
Slow and ill troop movement across battlefield
Spies alerted the Germans before the attack commenced
German tanks flanked the advancing Allied troops
Inefficient allied artillery barrages
36
What two air forces fought in the Battle of Britain?
The British Royal Air force vs. German Luftwaffe
The British Royal Air force vs. Italian Royal Air Force
The Royal Air force vs. Imperial Japanese Army Air Service
The British Royal Air force vs. Soviet Air Forces
37
Which country during WWI had deployed the most soldiers?
France
Germany
Great Britain
Russia
38
What was the name of the 1918 German offensive on the Western Front during WWI?
The Hundred Days Offensive
The Hindenburg Line Offensive
The Ludendorff Offensive
The Spring Offensive
39
What were the terms of the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany must shorten its army to only 100,000 men
Germany must accept guilt in causing the Great War
Germany must surrender its colonies and newly seized lands
Germany must pay billions in reparations for "damages"
40
What led to a German defeat on the Eastern front during WWII?
Hitler's "Not One Step Back" policy
Hitler ignoring experienced officers and generals
All of the above
Hitler declaring war on too many enemies.
41
What countries did Germany take over by June 9, 1940?
Denmark, Austria, western Poland, France, and Finland
Denmark, Norway, Austria, Czechoslovakia, and western Poland
Western Poland, Norway, Finland, Sweden, and Czechoslovakia
Czechoslovakia, Austria, Norway, western Poland, and Belgium
42
Which country during WWI had been most geographically devasted?
Germany
Belgium
Russia
France
43
What caused WWI to start?
Adolf Hitler invading Poland causing global war.
The British intercepting of the Zimmermann Telegram.
The naval bombing of Waterloo.
Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.
44
Before the surprise Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor the United States was mainly isolationist.
True
False
45
How many Nazi's were executed and acquitted after the Nuremberg Trials?
All 24 Nazi's were executed by hanging
16 executed, 8 acquitted
12 executed, 3 acquitted
18 executed, 6 acquitted
46
Why is the Battle of the Somme significant?
The battle led to a significant shortening of the war
The first day was the worst day in British army history
The battle is notable for the first use of the tanks
It was the largest battle of WWI on the Western Front
47
What (country/countries) did Germany invade before invading Poland?
All of the above
Prussia
Czechoslovakia
Austria
48
Why was the Invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944 so significant?
It is the largest military operation by sea in world history
All of the above
It led to a secure western Allied foothold in Europe
It ended up forcing Germany into a unprepared two-front war
49
What country surrendered in 1917?
Russia
Austria-Hungary
Germany
Ottoman Empire
50
Which country used unrestricted submarine warfare? Hint: It made the U.S. public eager for war
Ottoman Empire
Austria-Hungary
Italy
Germany
51
Why did Great Britain declare war on Germany in WWI?
The Germans submarine attacked British trading ships
The Germans declared war on Russia who were Britain's ally
The Germans made a non-aggression pact with France
The Germans invaded Belgium to get to and attack France
52
What peace treaty did Russia sign with Germany on March 3, 1918?
The "Treaty of Brest-Litovsk"
The "Treaty of Molotov–Ribbentrop"
The "Treaty of Berlin"
The "Russo-German Rapprochement Treaty"
53
What was the purpose of barbed wire in WWI? Hint: Specifically?
Slow down movement by making areas of land impenetrable
Offer protection by reflecting bombs and bullets
Cut into enemy's clothes and skin which slows enemy movement
Shine light into enemies eyes which distract them
54
What advantages did average German aces have over Allied aces?
Maneuverability and Climb
Maneuverability and Speed
Speed and Climb
Speed and Dive
55
When did Germany finally surrender in WWII?
May 7th, 1945
February 7, 1945
April 10th, 1945
May 8th, 1945
56
Why was World War I so destructive and massive?
Alliances
All of the above
High Nationalism
New Technology
57
What new technology allowed aircraft to shoot through forward fire?
Synchronization gears which interrupted machine gun fire
Rotisserie gears which were used by gunners behind the pilot
Aviation clamps which allowed guns to stick to the aircraft.
Metal wings which reflected machine gun bullets
58
Approximately how many Jews were killed in the Holocaust?
8,000,000
4,000,000
6,000,000
5,000,000
59
Which countries had the most influence on The Treaty of Versailles?
U.S.A. + France + Great Britain
Italy + Japan + Canada + U.S.A. + France + Great Britain
Germany + France + Great Britain
France + Great Britain
60
Bonus Question: Who made this quiz?
Martin Corez
All of the above
Nick Karpach
Anthony Barash
61
Approximately how many people total were murdered in the Holocaust?
16,000,000
12,000,000
11,000,000
20,000,000
62
What types of gas were used on the battlefields during WWI?
Phosgene Gas
Mustard Gas
Chlorine Gas
All of the above
63
The "Hundred Days Offensive" does not refer to the rapid series of Allied victories in 1918.
True
The "Hundred Days Offensive" was a counter-attack by Allies
It refers to Germany being pushed out of France by losses
False
64
What is the most agreed upon date that WWII began?
September 1, 1939
September 3, 1939
August 29, 1939
September 15, 1939
65
Approximately how many underage British boys fought in WWI?
200,000 boys
485,000 boys
250,000 boys
320,000 boys
66
Who specifically won the Battle of the Somme?
Great Britain and France
The Allied Powers
Germany
The Central Powers
67
What prevented an easy and quick victory in WWI?
Barbed Wire
Trench Warfare
Heavy Artillery
Machine Guns
68
What risky but great battle plan did Germany follow that ultimately led to a French surrender?
A German armoured offensive through the Ardennes Forest
German tanks attacking the Maginot Line stationed in Belgium
The enclosing of Allied forces at the Franco-Belgian border
German movement through Belgium to directly attack Paris
69
When was the Spring Offensive on the Western Front during WWI?
March 21, 1918 – July 18, 1918
February 20, 1918 - July 18, 1918
April 21, 1918 - August 2, 1918
March 5, 1918 - July 16, 1918
70
Which side won the Battle of Britain? Quick Question! Answer Fast! >:)
The Allied Power (England)
The Axis Power (Germany)
71
When did WWI end?
February 12, 1918
June 29, 1918
November 11, 1918
December 9, 1917
72
What was the most significant submarine attack in all of WWI?
The submarine attack on the French cruiser Léon Gambetta
The submarine attack on the battleship Formidable.
The submarine attack on the Lusitania
The submarine attack on the Pathfinder
73
How many countries were directly involved in WWII?
61 countries
67 countries
73 countries
52 countries
74
Why was it in the best interest of the United States to atom bomb Japan?
It was estimated to bring the war to a speedy end.
It was less costly than a Japanese mainland invasion
It would save millions of Americans and Japanese people
It would send an indirect threat to the Soviet Union
75
What was NOT one of the primary roles of women during WWI?
Manage family property and businesses
Become field medics
Become combat soldiers
Work in factories
76
What treaty was Germany forced to sign on June 28, 1919?
The Carthaginian Peace Treaty
The Treaty of Versallies
The Armistice
The Treaty of Paris
77
Who was the U.S. President and what was his policy position before and after Pearl Harbor?
Woodrow Wilson (isolationist later warmonger)
Franklin D. Roosevelt (isolationist later warmonger)
Harry Truman (warmonger later isolationist)
Herbert Hoover (isolationist later warmonger)
78
The Allied Powers contained the countries of...? I hope your a fast thinker >:)
France
Great Britain
Russia
All of the below
79
When did WWI start?
July 28, 1914
September 27, 1914
June 6, 1913
March 2, 1915
80
What battle was Germany's worst defeat on the Eastern Front during WWII?
The Battle of Moscow
The Battle of Stalingrad
The Siege of Leningrad
The Battle of Kiev
81
Which Axis power was the first to commit an aggressive act of war?
Japan with Manchuria.
Italy with Ethiopia
Germany with Poland
Germany with Austria
82
What was the primary goal of women during WWII?
Be medics for injured soldiers and animals
Take care of children
Work in factories and run family businesses
Same as WWI
83
What was the most significant battle(s) in 1918 during WWI?
Battle of Verdun
Battle of Amiens
The Battles of Ypres
Battles of the Marne
84
What was the significance of Operation Barbarossa?
It had the highest usage of bombs in current history
It was the largest military operation in history
It had some of the greatest military victories in history
It was one of the decisive moments of the war in Europe
85
What policy did Britain and France pursue to keep diplomatic peace with Adolf Hitler?
Isolation
Discount
Economic Sanctions
Appeasement
86
Which country was most responsible for WWI? Hint: Protector of the Serbs
France
Germany
Russia
Serbia
87
What was the Battle of Britain?
A major air campaign fought over northern England in 1940.
A major air campaign fought over northern England in 1941.
A major air campaign fought over southern England in 1941.
A major air campaign fought over southern England in 1940.
88
Why did the Germans launch the Spring Offensive at the time that they did?
Germany experienced a wave of newly built bombs, guns, etc
Germany wanted a French defeat before U.S. was ready for war
About 500,000 soldiers reinforced the German Western Front
Russia surrendered allowing the Germans to focus on France
89
The Central Powers contained the countries of...?
Austria-Hungary
All of the above
Germany
Italy later Ottoman Empire
90
Special thanks to...
Mrs. Cervi
Mr. Kedrow
Mr. Smith
Mr. Barbuto
91
What country suffered the most casualties during WWI?
Germany
France
Great Britain
Russia
92
Why did the U.S. not want to fight the war in Europe?
America did not have a large enough army to fight yet
All of the above
Americans were profiting off the war
Most Americans were isolationists
93
1. What specifically was Operation Torch? 2. Which Allied power did it anger?
1. An attack on the Axis occupied North Africa 2. Germany
1. An attack on the Axis occupied North Africa 2. Russia
1. An attack on the Axis occupied Africa 2. Germany
1. An attack on the Axis occupied Africa 2. Russia
94
Which colony of Britain was most supportive during WWI?
Egypt
Iraq
India
United States
95
Are you ready for some WWII questions?
No, I feel like I'm going to get very little points :(
Yes, BRING IT ON!
No, and why should I keep taking this dumb test anyway?
No, but I will try my best. Please wish me luck!
96
Who is the man featured in this photo? Tip: He was Italy's fascist leader from 1922-1943
Silvo Berlusconi
Benito Mussolini
Giuseppe Mazzini
Amilcare Andrea
97
Why was the Battle of Britain fought?
Hitler wanted to destroy factories to stop production
Hitler needed to eliminate the threat posed by the (RAF)
Operation Sealion required no (RAF) aircraft bombers
Hitler wanted to plummet the moral of British citizens
98
1.What was the code name for Nazi Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union? 2.When did it start?
1. Operation Otto 2. July 9, 1941
1. Operation Otto 2. January 2, 1941
1.Operation Barbarossa 2. June 22, 1941
1.Operation Barbarossa 2. December 18, 1940
99
Which country during WWI had the largest navy?
Great Britain
Germany
France
United States
100
Which country was most responsible for the ending of WWI?
Russia
United States of America
France
Great Britain
101
Which country during WWI had suffered the most civilian deaths?
Russia
France
Germany
Great Britain
102
What was the overall goal of Italy during WWII?
Recreate the Roman Empire
Control the Mediterranean
Spread the message of Fascism to the world and expand Italy
Control North Africa and Yugoslavia

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