MADAGASCAR - UNDER CONTROL -

The transcript describes Britain's military operation in Madagascar during World War II, focusing on the landing at Majunga. Despite initial resistance, British forces quickly took control, with the French commander organizing a truce. Britain assumed control to prevent Axis powers from using Madagascar, but promised to return control to France. The operation included rounding up Vichy forces and establishing friendly relations with French residents. General Sir William Platt played a key role in the swift completion of the mission.

What was the primary reason for the British landing at Majunga?

• To assist the French military commander

• To advance towards the capital and control the island

• To establish a trade route

• To explore new territories

What was Britain's intention regarding Madagascar's control after the occupation?

• To annex it permanently

• To hand it over to the Axis powers

• To eventually restore full control to France

• To divide it among Allied forces

What was the outcome of the patrols sent out by the British forces?

• They failed to find any Vichy forces

• They were ambushed by local residents

• They captured a number of Vichy forces

• They encountered heavy resistance

How did the French residents react to the British troops in Majunga?

• They resisted the occupation

• They requested assistance from the Axis

• They fled the town

• They offered sincere hospitality

Who was responsible for leading the operations at Majunga?

• General Sir William Platt

• An Axis general

• The French military commander

• A local Malagasy leader