America Enters World War II

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What was Roosevelt's primary goal between August 1939 and December 1941?

To assist Britain in defeating Germany (correct)

To secure the Strait of Malacca from Japanese attack

To help China against Japan's invasion

To deter Japan from attacking the British Empire

What was the primary reason for Britain's relocation of warships from Southeast Asia to the Atlantic?

To provide support for the Chinese resistance against Japan

To assist in combatting German submarines in the Atlantic (correct)

To protect British territories in Southeast Asia from Japanese attack

To counter the threat posed by Japanese aircraft in the Strait of Malacca

What strategy did Roosevelt employ to deter Japan from attacking the British Empire?

Providing weapons support to China to tie down Japanese forces

Establishing a naval blockade of Japan

Imposing economic sanctions on Japan by cutting off vital resources (correct)

Deploying American warships to the Strait of Malacca

How did Japan's actions in southern Indochina pose a direct threat to the British Empire?

It allowed Japan to launch aerial attacks on British colonies in Southeast Asia (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor?

The United States formally declared war on Japan (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main point of contention between the United States and Japan that eventually led to the attack on Pearl Harbor?

The Open Door Policy (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many years before the Pearl Harbor attack did tension between the United States and Japan over the Open Door Policy start?

40 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did the Fight for Freedom Committee advocate for?

Repealing all neutrality laws (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the differing opinions on American involvement in World War II?

Different views on the role of the United States in international affairs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did the actions of the Fight for Freedom Committee highlight?

The increasing support for interventionism in the United States (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the relationship between President Roosevelt's policies and the tension between the United States and Japan?

Roosevelt's policies exacerbated the existing tension. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why did many Americans want to help European democracies but not sell them arms?

They believed that providing arms would violate American neutrality. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the content provided, what was one way in which the United States assisted European democracies besides providing arms?

Providing financial aid through loans and grants (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did the author demonstrate the complexity of American involvement in World War II?

By highlighting the different opinions on foreign policy (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the time of the initial attack by the first wave of Japanese aircraft?

7:51 A.M. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which location experienced an attack at 8:55 A.M.?

Ford Island Naval Air Station (C) Signup and view all the answers

What significant event occurred soon after American policies angered Japan?

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

Which site was specifically indicated as a radar location?

Diamond Head (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was one goal of Japan's actions against the United States?

Economic domination of Asia (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which airfield was attacked in relation to the first wave of the attack?

Ford Island (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did Churchill suggest about FDR's intentions towards Germany?

He intended to provoke an incident (C) Signup and view all the answers

At what time did the second wave of Japanese aircraft begin their attack?

9:00 A.M. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which military base is located closest to Pearl City?

Ewa Marine Corps Air Station (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary reason for Japan's grievances against the United States?

Aiding China during the Sino-Japanese War (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason Britain needed more destroyers?

To attack German naval bases (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Inouye compare the Japanese planes to American planes?

The planes flew in formations similar to the American planes. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was Roosevelt's initial challenge in providing destroyers to Britain?

The Neutrality Act prohibited the sale of arms to belligerents. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 'red ball on their wings' on the Japanese planes?

It served as the emblem of the rising sun that symbolized the Japanese Empire. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase “American isolationism ended” most likely refer to?

The US began to provide military aid to Britain. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary benefit to Roosevelt for sending destroyers to Britain?

Securing valuable bases in the Atlantic and Caribbean. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the excerpt imply about Inouye's perspective on the start of World War II in the Pacific?

He was surprised by the suddenness of the attack. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the Lend-Lease Act?

To help Britain fight against Germany without requiring cash payments. (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to Roosevelt, what would have been the consequence of Britain falling to Germany?

An alliance of Germany, Japan, and Italy would continue to strive for global domination. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was Roosevelt's vision for the United States' role in the conflict between Britain and Germany?

To provide military and financial support to Britain to help them fight Germany. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What were the "Four Freedoms" that Roosevelt identified as the shared values of the United States and Great Britain?

Freedom from want, freedom from fear, freedom of speech, and freedom of worship. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did the Lend-Lease Act circumvent the Neutrality Act?

By providing arms to Britain without requiring any cash payments at all, thus circumventing the Neutrality Act. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the term President Roosevelt used to describe a potential alliance between Germany, Japan, and Italy?

Unholy Alliance (D) Signup and view all the answers

What did President Roosevelt argue was the United States' best strategy to avoid direct involvement in the war?

To become a "great arsenal of democracy" by providing military support to Britain. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason behind President Roosevelt's decision to expand the nation's role in the war after the election?

He believed that the United States had a moral obligation to help Britain defend democracy. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What did President Roosevelt believe would be the outcome if the United States did not help Britain?

Germany would conquer Britain and then turn its attention to the United States. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did the Lend-Lease Act affect the United States' Neutrality Act?

It effectively bypassed the restrictions of the Neutrality Act, allowing for arms shipments to Britain. (D) Signup and view all the answers

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Pearl Harbor Attack Response

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