The War Ends

What was the significance of the Siege of Stalingrad in 1943 during World War II?

• It marked the entry of the United States into the war.

• It was the beginning of the turning point in the war with the Germans being pushed out of Russia.

• It resulted in an alliance between Germany and the Soviet Union.

• It was the final battle that ended World War II.

Approximately how many Soviet soldiers were killed during the Siege of Stalingrad?

• Over 500,000

• Over 1 million

• Over 2 million

• Over 100,000

By the end of January 1945, how close were the Soviets to Berlin?

• 100 miles

• 40 miles

• 60 miles

• 20 miles

What does the red star symbol represent on the map?

• Neutral territory

• Axis-controlled territory

• Allied advance

• Major battle

Which color on the map indicates Allied-controlled territory in 1944?

• Yellow

• Blue

• Green

• Orange

Which of the following battles is indicated on the map as having taken place in 1944?

• Battle of Berlin

• Battle of the Bulge

• Battle of Stalingrad

• Battle of Kursk

What was the date of the D-Day invasion during Operation Overlord?

• May 6, 1944

• June 6, 1944

• July 6, 1944

• August 6, 1944

Where did the allies invade on D-Day during Operation Overlord?

• The beaches of Brittany, France

• The beaches of Normandy, France

• The beaches of Marseille, France

• The beaches of Calais, France

What was the outcome of the D-Day invasion for the allies?

• It was a minor setback

• It was a major defeat

• It was a major victory

• It had no significant impact

By the end of what month did the Germans surrender Paris after the D-Day invasion?

• June

• July

• August

• September