WWII 1939-40 PPT #1

What years mark the beginning of World War II?

• 1935-1936

• 1939-1940

• 1941-1942

• 1945-1946

What military strategy was used by Germany in the invasion of Poland in September 1939?

• Trench Warfare

• Blitzkrieg

• Guerrilla Warfare

• Naval Blockade

How long did it take for Poland to fall after the invasion in 1939?

• 2 weeks

• 4 weeks

• 6 weeks

• 8 weeks

What was the significance of the Enigma machine during World War II?

• It was used to launch missiles

• It was a code-breaking device

• It was a type of tank

• It was a communication satellite

What tactic did Germany use that forced the evacuation of British troops at Dunkirk?

• Trench warfare

• Naval blockade

• Blitzkrieg

• Guerrilla warfare

What was the main purpose of the Dunkirk evacuation?

• To launch an offensive against Germany

• To evacuate British and Allied troops from France

• To capture the city of Dunkirk

• To negotiate a peace treaty with Germany

When did the Battle of Britain take place?

• June - September 1940

• July/August - October 1940

• May - July 1940

• September - November 1940

What did Hitler believe the Luftwaffe could achieve during the Battle of Britain?

• Destroy the British Navy

• Destroy the Royal Air Force and leave Britain exposed to German invasion

• Capture London

• Force Britain to surrender

What was one reason for Britain's survival during the Battle of Britain?

• German fighters had unlimited range

• Britain had Radar

• Hitler's forces were stronger

• Britain had more bombers

What was a significant mistake made by Hitler during the Battle of Britain?

• Invading Russia

• Bombing military bases

• Switching to bombing of cities

• Increasing naval attacks