The bombing of Darwin

When did the bombing of Darwin occur?

• 18 Feb, 1941

• 19 Feb, 1941

• 18 Feb, 1942

• 19 Feb, 1942

Darwin is located where?

• Queensland
• WA
• Northern Territory
• South Australia

The Darwin bombing occurred during the Kokoda campaign

• True
• False

Many servicemen left their posts in Darwin after the first attack

• True
• False

Approximately how many people died in the bombing?

• 150

• 250

• 350

• 450

Why did the Japanese bomb Darwin?

• To invade Australia

• To take weapons

• To destroy the town

• To prevent Australia from counter attack

News of the bombing was widely reported...

• True

• False

Why did the Prime Minister lie about the death toll?

• Because it would make the Australian government look bad

• The truth would create civil unrest

• He didn't know the numbers and just made up a random one on the spot

• He didn't lie

Who did the Australians mistaken the Japanese planes for?

• Australian Air Force

• Australian Civilian Plane

• American Air Force

• Royal Air Force

Who said, "In this first battle on Australian soil, it will be a source of pride"?

• Curtin John

• Timothy Hall

• John Curtin

• John Howard