With Sicily Won, Movement Into Italy Begins

The British and Canadians made extensive preparations and successfully landed on the toe of Italy. Despite being challenged by German dive bombers, which were driven off without causing damage, they managed to cross the quiet straits of Messina.

What was the primary focus of the British and Canadians before landing in Italy?

• Negotiating with local leaders

• Making extensive preparations

• Training new soldiers

• Building new aircraft

Which forces challenged the British and Canadians during their landing?

• German dive bombers

• Spanish artillery

• French resistance

• Italian naval forces

What was the outcome of the German dive bomber attacks?

• They caused significant damage

• They were driven off with no damage

• They forced a retreat

• They captured key positions

Where did the British and Canadians make their crossing to Italy?

• The Bosporus Strait

• The Strait of Messina

• The English Channel

• The Strait of Gibraltar

How was the crossing to Italy described?

• Quiet and uneventful

• Turbulent and dangerous

• Stormy and challenging

• Crowded and busy