WWII

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What country did Germany invade in 1939?

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Poland

Answer explanation

Germany invaded Poland on September 1, 1939, marking the start of World War II. This invasion was a significant event, as it led to Britain and France declaring war on Germany shortly after.

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Who made promises to the German people to gain their support?

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Hitler

Answer explanation

Hitler made promises to the German people, including economic recovery and national pride, to gain their support during his rise to power. This manipulation of public sentiment was key to his political strategy.

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Term used to persuade people on how to feel about something.

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Propaganda

Answer explanation

The term 'propaganda' refers to information, often biased or misleading, used to promote a particular political cause or point of view, effectively persuading people on how to feel about something.

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Which group of people were required to wear the Star of David sewn to their clothing?

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Jews

Answer explanation

During the Nazi regime, Jews were mandated to wear the Star of David on their clothing as a means of identification and discrimination, distinguishing them from other groups such as Christians and Muslims.

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This term means to discriminate against someone for being Jewish.

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Anti-Semitism

Answer explanation

The term 'Anti-Semitism' specifically refers to discrimination against Jewish people. The other options do not accurately describe this form of prejudice.

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Which country was bombed twice during WWII by the USA?

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Japan

Answer explanation

Japan was bombed twice by the USA during WWII, specifically in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This distinguishes it from Germany, Italy, and the Soviet Union, which were not subjected to atomic bombings.

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Which US President had to make the decision to drop the atomic bomb on Japan?

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Truman

Answer explanation

The decision to drop the atomic bomb on Japan was made by President Harry S. Truman in 1945, after the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Truman believed it was necessary to end the war quickly and save lives.

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Who represented the Axis Powers during WWII? Options: Great Britain, France, Soviet Union, USA; Spain, Italy, Soviet Union; Bulgaria, France, Germany;

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Germany, Italy, Japan

Answer explanation

The Axis Powers in WWII were primarily represented by Germany, Italy, and Japan. These nations formed a military alliance against the Allies, which included Great Britain, France, the Soviet Union, and the USA.

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Who represented the Allied Powers during WWII? Options: Spain, Soviet Union, Germany; Japan, Italy, Germany; USA, Soviet Union, France; Great Britain, France, Soviet Union, USA

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Great Britain, France, Soviet Union, USA

Answer explanation

The Allied Powers during WWII included Great Britain, France, the Soviet Union, and the USA. The other options listed countries that were part of the Axis Powers or neutral, making them incorrect.

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True or False?
Political instability marked by the rise of Fascism was one of the causes of World War II.

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True