Hitler's Lightning War

What does Blitzkrieg mean?

• lightning bolt

• lightning war

• lightning speed

• greased lightening

What event caused World War II?

• Germany invades France.

• Britain defend itself against Germany.

• Germany invades Poland.

• A German U-boat sinks the Lusitania.

Hitler split Poland with which other country

• France

• Russia

• USA

• Austria

In what way did Hitler violate the Treaty of Versailles in 1935?

• He invaded Berlin

• He bombed the U.S.

• He built up his military

• He signed a pact with Stalin

What was the main strategy behind Hitler's Lightning War, also known as Blitzkrieg?

• Rapid and overwhelming force

• Prolonged trench warfare

• Naval blockades

• Guerrilla tactics

Which country was first invaded by Germany using the Blitzkrieg strategy?

• France

• Poland

• Belgium

• Norway

What role did tanks play in the Blitzkrieg strategy?

• They were used for defensive purposes

• They were the primary offensive weapon

• They were used only for transportation

• They were not used at all

Which of the following was a key component of Blitzkrieg tactics?

• Slow and steady advancement

• Use of paratroopers

• Heavy reliance on naval forces

• Diplomatic negotiations

How did Blitzkrieg tactics affect civilian populations in invaded countries?

• They were largely unaffected

• They experienced rapid displacement and chaos

• They were given ample time to evacuate

• They were protected by international law

What was the primary objective of Blitzkrieg?

• To capture enemy territory slowly

• To quickly defeat and demoralize the enemy

• To engage in long-term battles

• To focus on naval supremacy