World War 2 in 12 Minutes (Extended Edition) - Manny Man Does History

The video covers the aftermath of World War I, the rise of Adolf Hitler, and the events leading to World War II. It discusses the formation of the Axis Powers, major battles, and turning points in the war. The video concludes with the end of WWII, the use of atomic bombs, and the war's aftermath, including the Holocaust and the formation of the United Nations.

What was the main reason for Germany's economic collapse after World War One?

• The invasion of Poland

• The global financial crash of 1929

• The rise of communism

• The Treaty of Versailles

Which countries formed the Axis Powers during World War II?

• Germany, France, and Italy

• Japan, China, and Italy

• Germany, Italy, and Japan

• Germany, Soviet Union, and Japan

What event marked the beginning of World War II?

• The rearmament of the Rhineland

• The invasion of Czechoslovakia

• The annexation of Austria

• The invasion of Poland

What was the Blitzkrieg tactic used by Germany?

• A naval blockade

• A rapid and intense military attack

• A diplomatic negotiation

• A defensive strategy

What prompted the United States to enter World War II?

• The Battle of Britain

• The invasion of the Soviet Union

• The attack on Pearl Harbor

• The fall of France

What was the significance of the Battle of Midway?

• It marked the beginning of the war

• It was a turning point in the Pacific War

• It led to the fall of Berlin

• It was the first use of atomic bombs

Which battle is considered the turning point in the war between Germany and the Soviet Union?

• The Battle of Stalingrad

• The Battle of Moscow

• The Battle of Leningrad

• The Battle of Kursk

What was the Holocaust?

• An economic policy

• A military strategy

• A peace treaty

• The systematic extermination of Jews and other minorities

What was the purpose of dropping atomic bombs on Japan?

• To destroy military bases

• To test new technology

• To force Japan to surrender

• To retaliate for Pearl Harbor

What was established to prevent future global conflicts after World War II?

• The World Trade Organization

• The United Nations

• The European Union

• The League of Nations