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Which country signed a non-aggression pact with Germany in August 1939?
Which country signed a non-aggression pact with Germany in August 1939?
- France
- Soviet Union (correct)
- Great Britain
- Poland
What military strategy was used by the Germans to conquer Poland?
What military strategy was used by the Germans to conquer Poland?
- Scorched earth tactics
- Attrition warfare
- Guerrilla warfare
- Lightning war (correct)
Why did France and Great Britain declare war on Germany in 1939?
Why did France and Great Britain declare war on Germany in 1939?
- Due to Germany's invasion of Luxembourg
- Because of Italy's attack on France
- In response to the Soviet invasion of Poland
- To oppose Germany's invasion of Poland (correct)
What was the key factor that led to the quick German victory over France in 1940?
What was the key factor that led to the quick German victory over France in 1940?
Which event marked the beginning of World War 2 according to the text?
Which event marked the beginning of World War 2 according to the text?
What was the primary reason for the failure of France's Maginot Line defense strategy?
What was the primary reason for the failure of France's Maginot Line defense strategy?
Which battle is known as the deadliest battle in history with an estimated two million casualties?
Which battle is known as the deadliest battle in history with an estimated two million casualties?
Which country was pulled into World War II after the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941?
Which country was pulled into World War II after the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941?
What major event led to the United States declaring war on Japan and Germany?
What major event led to the United States declaring war on Japan and Germany?
Which military strategy did the United States employ in the Pacific, focusing on capturing key islands from Japan?
Which military strategy did the United States employ in the Pacific, focusing on capturing key islands from Japan?
Which battle marked a major American victory over the Japanese navy in 1942?
Which battle marked a major American victory over the Japanese navy in 1942?
Who made the decision to drop two atomic bombs on Japan in an attempt to end the war?
Who made the decision to drop two atomic bombs on Japan in an attempt to end the war?
