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Reporting from Iwo Jima during World War II

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Reporting from Iwo Jima during World War II

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What type of terrain are the Marines advancing through on Iwo Jima?

Mountainous region with snow

Grassy fields and sand dunes

Muddy swamps with thick vegetation

Pillboxes and volcanic ash (correct)

How does the fortification of Iwo Jima compare to fortified lines in Europe?

The fortifications are weaker than in Europe

The island has minimal defenses

Only some parts of the island are fortified

The entire island is heavily fortified (correct)

What kind of resistance are the Marines facing near the front lines?

Japanese mortar and small arms fire (correct)

Friendly fire from allied troops

No resistance encountered

Artillery shelling from ships offshore

What do the Marines hear as they face enemy fire near the front lines?

<p>Bullets whistling past them (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What support do the infantry advancing ahead have according to the report?

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Staff Sergeant Alvin Josephi Jr, a US Marine Corps combat correspondent, is reporting from Iwo Jima where an attack is underway.
The Marines have advanced approximately 500 yards through challenging terrain filled with pillboxes and volcanic ash.
The island is heavily fortified, comparable to fortified lines in Europe, but here the entire island is studded with such defenses.
The Marines are facing Japanese mortar and small arms fire near the front lines, with bullets whistling past them.
The sound of planes in the background indicates air support for the infantry advancing ahead.

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Experience the intensity of the Battle of Iwo Jima through the eyes of Staff Sergeant Alvin Josephi Jr, a combat correspondent for the US Marine Corps. Follow the Marines as they struggle through challenging terrain and face heavy Japanese defenses.