American Military Operations in the Pacific

American Military Operations in the Pacific

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Geography, Science

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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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.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ship initiated the attack on Wotje Island?

USS Yorktown

USS Enterprise

USS Lexington

USS Northampton

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

A cruiser

A Japanese airstrip

A fuel storage tank

An ammunition dump

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Marshall Islands raids?

A minor success

A strategic failure

An inconclusive result

A huge success

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