Second World War

Where was El Alamein?

• Syria

• Russia

• Egypt

• Spain

How many tanks did the Germans launch at the Russians during the Battle of Kursk?

(a)  

What percentage of the city was destroyed during the Battle of Berlin?

(a)  

Which countries provided troops during D-Day? (Select all that apply)

• Britain & France

• Canada

• USA

• Switzerland

• Hungary

Answer explanation

There were actually 12 nations that were involved in D-Day, but the five beaches were controlled by the USA, Britain and Canada, supported by France.

What was the name of the German leader during El Alamein?

• General Kitchener

• General Goebbels

• General Montgomery

• General Rommel

Answer explanation

General Rommel was the German leader who came close to defeating the British.

Montgomery (Britain) was an excellent tactician who attacked the Germans through minefields.

How many months did the siege last during the Battle of Stalingrad?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

Answer explanation

A siege is a military operation in which enemy forces surround a town or building, cutting off essential supplies, with the aim of compelling those inside to surrender.

How many German soldiers died as a result of the Battle of Stalingrad?

(a)  

Answer explanation

Stalingrad was an important, symbolic win for the Russians as it carried the name of its leader, Joseph Stalin.

What was the name of the German Airforce?

(a)  

Answer explanation

By the start of World War Two the Luftwaffe was the largest and most powerful air force in Europe.

Which building was the Soviet Flag raised on top of at the end of the Battle of Berlin?

(a)  

Answer explanation

The Reichstag is the German parliament building that was set fire to, allowing Hitler to pass the enabling act, giving him emergency powers.

Why might this be symbolic?

What did success at El Alamein give the US and Britain access to?

• Soviet Gold Reserves

• Middle East Oil Supplies

• German military intelligence

• Egyptian monetary support