British Offensive In Libya

British Offensive In Libya

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Social Studies, History

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The transcript describes the retreat of Italian forces through desert sandstorms and the capture of a large number of prisoners by Britain during their offensive. It highlights the significant number of Libyan and Italian captives, with a majority being Mussolini's troops. The British strategy is discussed in the context of a potential revolt in Ethiopia, which threatens Italy's African empire despite possible Nazi support.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural obstacle did the Italian forces face during their retreat?

Dense forests

Desert sandstorms

Flooded rivers

Mountain ranges

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many prisoners were captured by the British in the first four weeks of their offensive?

150,000

75,000

50,000

100,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the total captured prisoners were from Mussolini's own legion?

75%

67%

80%

50%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What logistical challenge did the British face with the captured prisoners?

Transporting them to Europe

Feeding them

Providing medical care

Finding shelter for them

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential support was rumored to be forthcoming for Italy on the desert war front?

American aid

Nazi aid

Spanish aid

French aid

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