Australian soldiers in New Guinea during World War II

Australian soldiers in New Guinea during World War II

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History, Geography

6th - 8th Grade

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In late 1943, New Guinea was secured by the combined efforts of Australian jungle fighters and their American allies, marking a significant triumph during World War II.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which year was New Guinea secured by the Allied forces?

1941

1942

1943

1944

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two countries' forces collaborated in the New Guinea campaign?

USA and the UK

USA and Germany

Australia and the USA

Australia and Japan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of fighters were the Australians known as during the New Guinea campaign?

Sea fighters

Jungle fighters

Mountain fighters

Desert fighters

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the New Guinea campaign for the Allied forces?

Stalemate

Victory

Retreat

Defeat

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes the conclusion of the New Guinea campaign?

The campaign was inconclusive

The Allies were triumphant

The Allies retreated

The Allies were defeated