What was one of the main arguments against the necessity of the atomic bombings?
President Truman and the Decision to Drop the Atomic Bomb - World War II - One Minute History

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They were too costly.
Conventional methods might have been sufficient.
They were not powerful enough.
They were not supported by the military.
2.
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What was the estimated number of casualties for a potential invasion of mainland Japan?
Millions
Thousands
Hundreds of thousands
Tens of thousands
3.
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Why did President Truman believe using the atomic bomb was justified?
It would save more lives than it would take.
It was a demonstration of power.
It was the only weapon available.
It was a decision made by the military.
4.
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What might have been the public's reaction if Truman had not used the atomic bomb?
They would have been indifferent.
They would have seen him as a hero.
They would have considered him weak and incompetent.
They would have supported his decision.
5.
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What long-term consequence did President Truman face after deciding to use the atomic bomb?
He received a Nobel Peace Prize.
He bore the weight of the decision for the rest of his life.
He was celebrated as a hero.
He was removed from office.
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