British And Canadian Troops Arrive In Spitsbergen

British And Canadian Troops Arrive In Spitsbergen

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The Canadian invasion army executed a dramatic raid on Spitsbergen, a Norwegian island, after a secret journey from Britain. The troops, aided by Norwegian and Russian coal miners, aimed to demolish vast coal deposits rich in oil and toluene, resources crucial to Adolf Hitler. The Canadian troops brought explosives and incendiaries to ensure the mission's success.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Canadian and British troops reach Spitsbergen?

By submarine

By train

By a secret dash from Britain

By air

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who assisted the Canadian and British troops in landing on Spitsbergen?

Local fishermen

Norwegian and Russian coal miners

British naval forces

German soldiers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of the Canadian invasion army's raid on Spitsbergen?

To rescue prisoners

To destroy coal deposits

To capture enemy soldiers

To establish a military base

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What resources were the Canadian troops aiming to destroy on Spitsbergen?

Timber and water

Iron and steel

Coal, oil, and toluene

Gold and silver

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the destruction of coal deposits on Spitsbergen significant?

They were rich in resources needed by Adolf Hitler

They were used for building ships

They were a tourist attraction

They were a source of food