Causes of WW2 and US Isolationism

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What were some of the key reasons for U.S. involvement in World War II?

• The spread of communism in Europe

• Aggression by Italian, German, and Japanese dictatorships

• Desire to expand U.S. territory

• Economic competition with Britain

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Which of the following best describes the difference between democracy and totalitarianism as shown on the previous slide?

• Democracy gives power to the people, while totalitarianism centralizes power in the state.

• Democracy controls all aspects of life, while totalitarianism allows freedom.

• Democracy is based on communism, while totalitarianism is based on capitalism.

• Democracy is only found in ancient societies, while totalitarianism is modern.

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A major reason for the start of WWII include a rise in ​ ​ ​ ​

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regimes or rise in dictators.

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Benito Mussolini was the leader of ___ during the rise of dictators.

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The Soviet Union became ​

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under Lenin and Stalin.

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Which is NOT one of the areas of Japanese expansion during the 1930s and 1940s?

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Which countries were most affected by Hitler's expansion in Europe as shown on the map?

• France, Poland, Belgium, Netherlands

• Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Austria

• Italy, Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria

• Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark

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Which leaders are associated with the rise of fascism and totalitarianism before World War II?

• Benito Mussolini, Joseph Stalin, Hideki Tojo, Adolf Hitler

• Franklin D. Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, Charles de Gaulle, Joseph Stalin

• Benito Mussolini, Winston Churchill, Hideki Tojo, Adolf Hitler

• Adolf Hitler, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Joseph Stalin, Benito Mussolini

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What was the significance of the speech at the Krupp Factory in 1935 for steel workers in Nazi Germany?

• It focused on the importance of environmental regulations for factories.
• It called for a reduction in workforce to increase efficiency.
• It highlighted the regime's commitment to industrial growth and job security for steel workers.
• It emphasized the need for foreign investment in steel production.

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How did the Treaty of Versailles contribute to the rise of the Nazi Party in Germany?

• It punished Germany for WWI, creating resentment and economic hardship.

• It provided financial aid to Germany, strengthening its economy.

• It encouraged democratic reforms in Germany.

• It led to the immediate collapse of the Nazi Party.

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This political cartoon by Dr. Seus depicts - ​

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The policy of ​

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allowed Hitler to ​

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Austria and Czechoslovakia ​

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the war started.

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appeasement

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before

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Germany and the Soviet Union signed a non-aggression treaty in August 1939 called the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact. Fill in the blank: The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact allowed Germany to occupy ___ Poland, while the Soviet Union occupied eastern Poland.

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What was the immediate international response to Hitler's bombing of Polish cities in September 1939?

• Britain and France mobilized and Poland called for aid.

• The United States declared war on Germany.

• Italy joined Germany in attacking Poland.

• The Soviet Union sent troops to defend Poland.

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What was the main reason America followed a policy of isolationism at the beginning of World War II?

• To avoid involvement in European conflicts

• To expand its territory

• To support its allies immediately

• To increase trade with other countries

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Which of the following were reasons the U.S. Senate voted against joining the League of Nations?

• It required involvement in European conflicts without Congressional approval

• The U.S. wanted to focus on domestic issues

• The U.S. wanted to expand its military presence in Europe

• The U.S. wanted to form alliances with Asian countries

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There were several ___ to the U.S. policy of isolationism.

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What was the role of the 'Arsenal of Democracy' in supporting the Allies during World War II.

• The 'Arsenal of Democracy' focused on diplomatic negotiations with the Axis powers.
• The 'Arsenal of Democracy' primarily provided humanitarian aid to civilians in Europe.
• The 'Arsenal of Democracy' was a military alliance formed to combat the Axis powers.
• The 'Arsenal of Democracy' supported the Allies by providing essential military supplies and equipment during World War II.

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permitted the trade of non-military goods to nations involved in the war if they paid cash and transported them themselves

• Neutrality Acts

• Lend-Lease act

• Cash and carry

• Selective Service and Training Act

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A way for Roosevelt to get around the neutrality acts by letting allied countries "borrow" military equipment, with the understanding that anything destroyed must be payed for

• Appeasement

• Lend-Lease Program

• Non-aggression pact

• Adolf Hitler

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Which of the following actions were exceptions to the U.S. policy of isolationism during World War II?

• Quarantine Policy

• Cash-Carry

• Lend-Lease

• Flying Tigers

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was NOT a main cause of World War II according to the slide?

• Debts and reparations from World War I

• Rise of totalitarian governments

• Discovery of nuclear weapons

• Failure of the League of Nations

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Which of the following were actions taken by the U.S. in response to Japan's expansion in Asia?

• Imposed trade sanctions

• Declared war immediately

• Stopped selling oil to Japan

• Formed an alliance with Japan

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The attack on ___ led to the United States entering World War II.

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The attach on Pearl Harbor was a failure for Japan because

• it prompted the U.S. to negotiate peace with Japan immediately.
• it led to a swift Japanese victory in the Pacific theater.
• it successfully crippled the U.S. Navy and secured Japanese dominance.
• it did not achieve its strategic objectives and united the U.S. against Japan.

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What was the purpose of Executive Order 9066 issued in 1942?

• To declare war on Japan

• To evacuate and intern Japanese Americans

• To end World War II

• To form an alliance with Japan

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placed Japanese-Americans in internment camps.

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Which describes Executive Order 9066?

• To create a draft lottery system for military service

• It officially brought the U.S. into World War II

• It forced Japanese-Americans into internment camps against their will

• It forced the repatriation of Mexican Americans to reduce job competition

Multiple Choice

What were some major reasons for U.S. involvement in World War II?

• Aggression by Italian, German, and Japanese dictatorships

• Desire for territorial expansion

• Economic depression in the U.S.

• Alliances with the Soviet Union