Consequences of WW2

What event marked the beginning of Australia's direct involvement in the Pacific War during World War II?

• The attack on Pearl Harbor

• The fall of Singapore

• The bombing of Darwin

• The Doolittle Raid

Which Australian city was bombed by the Japanese on February 19, 1942?

• Sydney

• Darwin

• Brisbane

• Melbourne

Who was the Australian Prime Minister during most of World War II?

In which country did Australian forces fight a crucial land campaign against Japanese troops during the Pacific War?

• Japan

• New Guinea

• The Philippines

• Indonesia

What was the name of the Australian town that became a key base for U.S. troops during World War II?

• Brisbane

• Sydney

• Darwin

• Perth

Which Australian general played a significant role in leading Allied forces during the Pacific War?

• General Douglas MacArthur

• General Sir Thomas Blamey

• General John Monash

• General Isoroku Yamamoto

How many air raids did Japan launch on the Australian mainland during World War II?

• 1

• 8

• 64

• 98

Which battle is often described as the battle that saved Australia from direct Japanese invasion?

• The Battle of Midway

• The Battle of the Coral Sea

• The Battle of Guadalcanal

• The Battle of Bismarck Sea

How did Australia’s relationship with Britain change as a result of World War II in the Pacific?

• Australia became more dependent on Britain

• Australia shifted its reliance to the United States for security

• Australia became neutral

• Australia cut ties with both Britain and the U.S.

Which Australian territory became a major battleground in the Pacific War?

• Tasmania

• Northern Territory

• Papua New Guinea

• Queensland