Pearl Harbor Attack Analysis

The transcript is a speech by the President of the United States addressing Congress after the attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan on December 7, 1941. The President outlines the surprise nature of the attack, the diplomatic deception by Japan, and the subsequent attacks across the Pacific. He calls for a declaration of war, emphasizing the need for defense and the resolve of the American people to achieve victory.

Who was the speaker addressing at the beginning of the speech?

• The President of the United States

• The Vice President

• Members of the Senate and House of Representatives

• The Secretary of State

On what date did the attack on Pearl Harbor occur?

• December 7, 1941

• December 9, 1941

• December 8, 1941

• December 6, 1941

Which nation attacked the United States on December 7, 1941?

• Germany

• Italy

• Japan

• Russia

What was the Japanese ambassador doing while the attack on Pearl Harbor was happening?

• Negotiating peace

• Delivering a formal reply to the US Secretary of State

• Attending a diplomatic meeting

• Declaring war

Which locations were attacked by Japanese forces on the night of December 7, 1941?

• Hong Kong, Guam, and the Philippine Islands

• Midway Island, Wake Island, and Malaya

• San Francisco and Honolulu

• Both A and B

What did the speaker emphasize about the character of the attack?

• It was a premeditated invasion

• It was a spontaneous decision

• It was a diplomatic error

• It was a defensive measure

What did the speaker believe about the will of Congress and the people?

• They would surrender

• They would seek international support

• They would seek peace negotiations

• They would defend themselves to the utmost

What did the speaker request from Congress?

• Economic sanctions against Japan

• A peace treaty with Japan

• A declaration of war

• Increased diplomatic efforts

How did Congress respond to the speaker's request?

• They sought further negotiations

• They voted overwhelmingly for a declaration of war

• They delayed the decision

• They rejected it

How long after the speech did the President sign the declaration of war?

• 4 hours

• 2 hours

• 1 hour

• 3 hours