Japanese Air Raid On Port Moresby

Japanese Air Raid On Port Moresby

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The video discusses the strategic importance of the Moresby Allied Base on New Guinea, highlighting its role as a gateway to Australia and Japan. It covers the threats of invasion and the defensive actions taken by American anti-aircraft forces. The video also details attacks on Allied troop transports and the strategic proximity of locations like Barbie to Tokyo and MacArthur's armies in Australia.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Port Moresby considered a strategic location during World War II?

It had a large population.

It was the capital of New Guinea.

It served as a gateway to Australia and Japan.

It was a major industrial hub.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new threat did the Allies face at Port Moresby?

Political unrest

Natural disasters

Invasion threats

Economic sanctions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the target of the Japanese forces during their attack?

Civilian areas

Allied troop transports

Supply depots

Naval bases

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the result of the Japanese bombing on the Allied troop transports?

Minimal damage

Successful interception

A direct hit

Complete evasion

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How close was the conflict to MacArthur's armies in Australia?

500 miles away

2000 miles away

A stone's throw away

1000 miles away