1930s US Foreign Policy Overview

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Questions and Answers

Which country did Germany invade in April 1941?

Yugoslavia (correct)

Greece (correct)

Netherlands

Belgium

What was the main reason Italy declared war on France and Britain?

To support Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union

To defend its colonies from Allied attacks

To gain control of North Africa (correct)

To prevent the spread of communism in Europe

What was the outcome of the Battle of Britain?

Germany was forced to abandon plans to invade Britain (correct)

Germany conquered Britain after a decisive air victory

Britain defeated Germany, leading to their surrender

The battle ended in a stalemate with no clear victor

Where did German forces trap British forces in 1940?

Dunkirk (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who became the Prime Minister of Britain during the Battle of Britain?

Winston Churchill (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the Japanese invasion of Manchuria?

All of the above. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following events led to the United States' declaration of war against Japan?

The attack on Pearl Harbor (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the agreement between the Mexican government and the United States that allowed temporary Mexican agricultural workers to enter the United States?

The Bracero Program (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following BEST describes the impact of the Japanese invasion of Manchuria on the international community?

The invasion set a dangerous precedent for Japanese aggression and led to the rise of international tensions. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the "Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact" signed between the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany?

To allow Germany to invade Poland without Soviet opposition. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the Japanese military leader who led the invasion of Manchuria and established the Puppet state of Manchukuo?

Kwantung Army (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following events directly contributed to the outbreak of the Second Sino-Japanese War?

The Marco Polo Bridge Incident (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why did the United States issue the "Hull Note" to Japan?

To warn Japan of the consequences of aggression and to demand a change in its policies. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the American government's decision to implement a rationing program during World War II?

To encourage Americans to invest in war bonds. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the 'Destroyers for Bases Agreement' between the United States and Great Britain?

To provide the United States with strategic military bases in the Western Hemisphere. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following were major factors that contributed to the rise of Japanese imperialism in the 1930s?

All of the above. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the military strategy employed by Germany during the early stages of World War II?

Blitzkrieg (D) Signup and view all the answers

The Neutrality Acts of 1935-1939 were designed to prevent American involvement in international conflicts. What was a significant consequence of these acts for the United States?

They undermined the United States' diplomatic efforts to resolve international disputes. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 'Cash and Carry' policy implemented by the United States during World War II?

It enabled the United States to remain officially neutral while providing crucial aid to its allies. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was Franklin D. Roosevelt's main objective with his 'Quarantine Speech' in 1937?

To encourage the United States to adopt a more active role in international affairs. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of the 'Lend-Lease Act' passed by the United States during World War II?

To provide military support to any country whose security was vital to American interests. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the 'Double V' campaign during World War II?

A movement that called for victory against both Nazi Germany and racial discrimination at home. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main objective of the 'ABC-1 Agreement' signed by the United States and Great Britain during World War II?

To prioritize the defeat of Germany before focusing on Japan. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Japan launch a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor?

To eliminate the American Pacific fleet and gain a strategic advantage. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a major contributor to the funding of the US war effort during World War II?

The creation of a national lottery. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary objective of the German offensive in the Battle of Stalingrad?

To secure access to Soviet oil fields. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which event marked the official surrender of Germany in World War II?

The surrender of the German army to the Allies on May 9, 1945. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Battle of Midway in the Pacific Theater?

It resulted in a decisive American victory, crippling the Japanese navy. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of Douglas MacArthur's island-hopping strategy in the Pacific?

To secure strategic islands closer to Japan, gradually advancing towards the mainland. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which event directly led to the United States' entry into World War II?

The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary objective of the Potsdam Conference held after World War II?

To divide Germany into four occupation zones and shape the postwar world. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the Manhattan Project during World War II?

To create the atomic bomb. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which battle resulted in the destruction of the Japanese navy and marked a turning point in the Pacific War?

Battle of Midway (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Finland's Surrender

Finland surrendered to the Soviet Union in March 1940 during the Winter War.

Battle of Dunkirk

In June 1940, German forces trapped British troops at Dunkirk, leading to a large evacuation by sea.

Battle of Britain

Air battle from 1940 to 1941 where Britain defended against German air attacks, led by Winston Churchill.

North Africa Campaign

Military operations in North Africa during WW2 where Britain and Italy fought for control of resources.