Japan Strikes Against Manila and Singapore

The transcript discusses Japan's aggressive expansion during World War II, highlighting the impact on vanilla and rice-rich islands, the swift fall of Singapore, and Japan's strategic gains, including control over significant resources and naval bases.

Which American general continued to resist Japanese forces in the Philippines?

• Douglas MacArthur

• Jonathan Wainwright

• Dwight Eisenhower

• George Patton

What was the significance of Singapore's fall during World War II?

• It was a strategic naval base for the British.

• It was a minor setback for the Allies.

• It had no impact on the war's outcome.

• It marked the first major defeat for Japan.

How long did it take for Japanese forces to conquer Singapore?

• 6 months

• 8 weeks

• 16 days

• 1 month

What percentage of America's rubber supply was affected by Japan's conquests?

• 3/4

• 3/5

• 1/2

• 1/4

What was one of the strategic resources Japan gained control of after their victories?

• Gold

• Tin

• Coal

• Oil