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The transcript describes a significant naval victory for America during World War II, highlighting the role of the aircraft carrier Yorktown in engaging enemy bombers and sustaining damage without sinking. Despite losing a destroyer, America inflicted heavy losses on Japan, sinking four aircraft carriers and numerous other warships, and causing significant casualties. The Yorktown's aircraft played a crucial role in the battle. The transcript also briefly mentions a raid by Japanese bombers on Darwin, Australia.

What was the primary role of the Yorktown during the battle?

• To transport troops

• To engage enemy bombers

• To provide medical aid

• To conduct reconnaissance

How many aircraft carriers did Japan lose in the battle?

• Four

• Two

• Five

• Three

What was the fate of the Yorktown during the battle?

• It was unharmed

• It was sunk

• It was captured

• It was damaged but not sunk

Approximately how many Japanese personnel were killed in the battle?

• 20,000

• 10,000

• 18,000

• 15,000

Where did the Japanese conduct a bombing raid after the battle?

• Sydney

• Melbourne

• Darwin

• Perth