1940 North African Campaign of World War II

What year did Benito Mussolini rise to power in Italy?

• 1940

• 1935

• 1918

• 1922

Which country did Italy invade in 1935?

• France

• Ethiopia

• Egypt

• Libya

What was Mussolini's primary goal as mentioned in the text?

• Defeat Britain and France

• Control all of Europe

• Resurrection of the Roman Empire

• Expand industrial capacity

Which two strategic locations controlled by Britain were obstacles for Italy?

• Rome and Naples

• Berlin and Paris

• Suez Canal and Gibraltar

• Sicily and Sardinia

What nickname was given to Graziani due to his tactics in the desert?

• The Butcher of the Desert

• The Sand General

• The Desert Fox

• The Desert Warrior

What operation did the British launch against Italian forces in December 1940?

• Operation Compass

• Operation Overlord

• Operation Victory

• Operation Torch

How far did O'Connor's forces advance during Operation Compass?

• 300 miles

• 500 miles

• 700 miles

• 100 miles

Which general was dispatched by Hitler to assist the Italian forces in North Africa?

• General Rommel

• General Patton

• General Eisenhower

• General Montgomery

What was the outcome for the Italian 10th Army after the British assault in January 1941?

• They advanced further into Egypt

• They held their ground

• They were mostly killed or captured

• They successfully retreated without losses

Which divisions were involved in the initial British attack during Operation Compass?

• 3rd and 8th Mechanized Divisions

• 5th and 6th Infantry Divisions

• 1st and 2nd Armored Divisions

• 7th Armored and 4th Indian Divisions