Key Events of World War II

What event led to the United States entering World War II?

• The attack on Pearl Harbor

• The Battle of Midway

• The capture of the Philippines

• Operation Torch

Which battle was considered a turning point in the war against Japan?

• The Battle of Guadalcanal

• The Battle of Midway

• Operation Torch

• D-Day

What was the significance of the Battle of Guadalcanal?

• It was the first major offensive by Allied forces against Japan

• It marked the beginning of the liberation of Western Europe

• It was a surprise military strike by the Japanese

• It involved Allied forces landing in North Africa

What was the goal of Operation Torch?

• To remove Axis powers from North Africa

• To capture the Philippines

• To weaken Japan's naval strength

• To land on the beaches of Normandy

What was D-Day also known as?

• Operation Overlord

• Operation Torch

• The Battle of Midway

• The Battle of Guadalcanal