Admiral Harry E. Yarnell

Admiral Harry E. Yarnell

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Social Studies, History

11th Grade - University

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Admiral Harry Eonel, the retired Commander-in-Chief of the US Asiatic Fleet, highlights the severe impact of Japan's invasion of China, which has caused more devastation in two years than World War I did in four. He emphasizes the humanitarian crisis, with millions displaced and millions more dying from starvation and disease, urging Americans not to overlook this tragedy amid the European war.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Admiral Harry Eonel?

A retired Commander-in-chief of the US Asiatic fleet

A diplomat in the United Nations

The current Commander-in-chief of the US Asiatic fleet

A general in the European theater

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30 sec • 1 pt

What does Admiral Eonel remind U.S. citizens about?

The economic crisis in Europe

The ongoing war in China

The technological advancements in Asia

The peace treaty with Japan

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the war in China compare to the First World War?

It has caused more destruction in a shorter time

It has been less impactful on the global stage

It has caused less destruction

It has lasted longer with fewer casualties

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Chinese have been displaced due to the war?

10 million

20 million

30 million

40 million

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the primary causes of death among the displaced Chinese population?

Military attacks

Starvation and disease

Natural disasters

Political executions