Pearl Harbor Quiz

What happened on December 7, 1941?

• The United States won a big battle in Europe.

• A surprise attack on Pearl Harbor occurred.

• The United States declared independence.

• The United States signed a peace treaty with Japan.

Who carried out the attack on Pearl Harbor?

• Germany

• Japan

• Italy

• The United States

Where is Pearl Harbor located?

• California

• New York

• Hawaii

• Alaska

Why did Japan attack Pearl Harbor?

• To make peace with the United States

• To weaken the United States’ military

• To take control of Hawaii

• To help the United States in World War II

What time did the attack on Pearl Harbor begin?

• 7:55 a.m.

• 5:00 a.m.

• 12:00 p.m.

• 10:00 a.m.

How long did the attack on Pearl Harbor last?

• About one hour

• About two hours

• About four hours

• About six hours

What did the Japanese planes attack?

• Schools and hospitals

• Ships and military bases

• Airplanes on the ground

• Civilian homes

What did President Franklin D. Roosevelt call December 7th, 1941?

• A happy day

• A day of peace

• A date which will live in infamy

• A day of celebration

What did President Roosevelt ask Congress to do the day after the attack?

• Declare war on Japan

• Help Japan rebuild

• Send peace treaties to Japan

• Build a memorial for Pearl Harbor

What was the result of the attack on Pearl Harbor?

• The United States stayed out of World War II

• Japan apologized to the United States

• The United States entered World War II

• The United States made peace with Japan