US History Spring Semester Test

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How did the attack on Pearl Harbor influence the United States' role in World War II?

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It caused the U.S. to declare war on Japan and enter World War II.

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The Battle of Midway was significant because it:

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Turned the tide in favor of the Allies in the Pacific

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What was the primary objective of the D-Day invasion? Options: To recapture the Philippines, To liberate France from Nazi control, To bomb Japan’s mainland, To stop German advances in North Africa

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To liberate France from Nazi control

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The Battle of the Bulge was:

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Germany’s last major offensive on the Western Front

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What factors influenced President Truman's decision to drop the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki?

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The need for a quick end to the war and to save lives

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What was the significance of VE Day?

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It marked the end of WWII in Europe.

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Analyze how the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki influenced post-war international relations.

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They ended the Pacific war and started the nuclear arms race.

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How did wartime production impact the U.S. economy?

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It led to increased employment and industrial growth.

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How did propaganda shape public opinion during World War II?

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It encouraged war support and unity.

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How did the Battle of Stalingrad impact the course of WWII?

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It weakened the German offensive.