Secretary Frank Knox Delivers Pearl Harbor Attack Report

Secretary Knox inspected Pearl Harbor after the attack, noting that despite the surprise, the U.S. defenses responded skillfully. The Japanese aimed to incapacitate the U.S. before the war began but failed. The U.S. Navy suffered losses, including the battleship Arizona, but the Pacific fleet remained largely intact. The Japanese lost submarines and aircraft. The day was marked by American bravery, and the resolve to finish the war was strong.

What was the primary objective of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor?

• To capture Hawaii

• To test new military technology

• To incapacitate the U.S. before the war began

• To negotiate peace with the United States

Which U.S. battleship was lost during the Pearl Harbor attack?

• USS Missouri

• USS Arizona

• USS Enterprise

• USS Yorktown

How long after the first alarm did the U.S. fleet begin firing at enemy aircraft?

• 15 minutes

• 10 minutes

• Less than 4 minutes

• 30 minutes

What were the known Japanese material losses during the attack?

• Two submarines and 30 aircraft

• One submarine and 20 aircraft

• Three submarines and 41 aircraft

• Five submarines and 50 aircraft

What sentiment is expressed about the American forces' response to the attack?

• Disappointment and regret

• Courage and fearlessness

• Indifference and apathy

• Confusion and chaos