Exploring the Korean War: Key Events and Figures

After WWII, Korea was divided between Soviet and US influences, leading to tensions and the Korean War. North Korea, backed by the Soviet Union, invaded the South in 1950. The UN and US intervened, leading to a back-and-forth conflict with significant Chinese involvement. The war devolved into trench warfare, resulting in a stalemate and an armistice in 1953, establishing a demilitarized zone along the 38th parallel.

Which two countries occupied Korea after Japan's defeat in World War II?

• Germany and Italy

• United Kingdom and France

• United States and Soviet Union

• China and Russia

What was the main goal of Kim Il Sung during the Korean War?

• To withdraw all foreign forces from Korea

• To unite Korea under communist rule

• To promote peace talks with the South

• To establish a democratic government

Which UN body condemned North Korea's invasion in 1950?

• General Assembly

• Security Council

• International Court of Justice

• Economic and Social Council

What significant action did the US take following the UN Security Council's resolution?

• Sent economic aid to South Korea

• Organized a diplomatic summit

• Imposed sanctions on North Korea

• Deployed the Navy and Air Force

Which city did the North and South forces repeatedly capture and lose during the war?

• Incheon

• Pyongyang

• Seoul

• Busan

Who intervened on behalf of North Korea to repel the South Korean counter-offensive?

• China

• The Soviet Union

• Japan

• Vietnam

What was the main characteristic of the warfare by the end of 1951?

• Aerial dogfights

• Guerrilla tactics

• Trench warfare

• Naval blockades

What led to the signing of the armistice in 1953?

• A decisive victory by North Korean forces

• A successful invasion of the South by China

• Economic sanctions on North Korea

• Diplomatic negotiations following high casualties

What was established along the 38th parallel after the armistice?

• A new border

• A trade zone

• A demilitarized zone

• A shared capital city

How long did the hostility between North and South Korea last after the armistice?

• One decade

• Twenty years

• Five years

• Over six decades