World War II: The Prelude

What was Mussolini's initial political alignment?

• Fascism

• Socialism

• Monarchism

• Capitalism

Which countries formed the Axis Powers?

• Italy, Japan, Spain

• Germany, Spain, Japan

• Germany, Italy, Russia

• Germany, Italy, Japan

What motivated Japan's territorial expansions?

• Military training

• Economic needs

• Political alliances

• Cultural influence

What was Germany's first violation of the Treaty of Versailles?

• Invading Poland

• Rebuilding the military

• Annexing Austria

• Occupying the Rhineland

What was the Allies' response to Germany's early aggressions?

• Immediate military action

• Economic sanctions

• Appeasement

• Diplomatic protests

What event marked the beginning of World War II?

• Annexation of Austria

• Invasion of Poland

• Fall of France

• Battle of Britain

What was the outcome of the Battle of Britain?

• Stalemate

• British surrender

• British victory

• German victory