American Military Operations in the Pacific

On February 1, 1942, the USS Enterprise and its task force launched an attack on Japanese bases in the Marshall Islands. The mission aimed to prevent a potential invasion of Hawaii by targeting Wotje Island and Kwajalein atoll. The USS Northampton initiated the attack on Wotje, while Enterprise's bombers targeted Kwajalein. Despite technical issues with torpedoes, the mission was successful, resulting in significant damage to Japanese forces and a triumphant return to Pearl Harbor.

What was the primary objective of the attack on Wotje Island?

• To test new military technology

• To establish a new airbase

• To prevent Japanese invasion of Hawaii

• To capture the island for American use

Which ship initiated the attack on Wotje Island?

• USS Yorktown

• USS Enterprise

• USS Lexington

• USS Northampton

What was Dusty Kleiss's target during his bombing run?

• A cruiser

• A Japanese airstrip

• A fuel storage tank

• An ammunition dump

What was the result of the dive bomber's attack on the tanker near Carlos Pass?

• The tanker escaped

• The tanker caught fire and blocked the channel

• The tanker was sunk

• The tanker was captured

What was the main issue with the American torpedoes during the attack?

• They were too slow

• They were too expensive

• They often missed or failed to detonate

• They were easily detected

How did the American bombers contribute to the attack on Kwajalein?

• They successfully bombed enemy targets

• They provided air cover

• They scouted enemy positions

• They transported troops

What was the outcome of the Marshall Islands raids?

• A minor success

• A strategic failure

• An inconclusive result

• A huge success

How many enemy personnel were killed at Kwajalein?

• 50

• 90

• 200

• 150

What was the fate of the Enterprise after the raids?

• It was damaged and needed repairs

• It continued to another mission

• It was captured by the enemy

• It returned to a hero's welcome at Pearl Harbor

Who called off the attack on Kwajalein Harbor?

• Admiral Halsey

• Admiral Nimitz

• Admiral Fletcher

• Admiral Spruance