Italian Frogmen in World War II

Italian Frogmen in World War II

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

FREE Resource

During WWII, the Italian Navy excelled in underwater warfare, using human torpedoes driven by frogmen. A mission aimed to attack the British fleet in Alexandria. Despite being captured, the frogmen's charges sank three ships, marking a significant Italian victory.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was unique about the Italian San Bartolomeo torpedo?

It was designed to be operated by frogmen.

It was the fastest torpedo of its time.

It was invisible to radar.

It could be launched from aircraft.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the Italian human torpedo nicknamed 'the pig'?

Because it was painted pink.

Because it was slow.

Because it was difficult to steer.

Because it was very noisy.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Italy's strategic goal in the Mediterranean during World War II?

To establish trade routes.

To gain naval supremacy over the British.

To protect its colonies.

To support the French resistance.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the mission of the submarine Shiri?

To rescue Italian prisoners of war.

To carry human torpedoes for an attack on Alexandria.

To transport supplies to German forces.

To conduct reconnaissance in the Atlantic.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Italian frogmen manage to evade anti-submarine nets?

By using a new stealth technology.

By disguising their torpedoes as fishing boats.

By following behind three destroyers.

By diving deep underwater.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the Italian frogmen after placing the charges?

They escaped to a nearby island.

They were captured by the British.

They were rescued by another submarine.

They surrendered to the British voluntarily.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the British strategy during the interrogation of the Italian frogmen?

To offer them money for information.

To threaten them with execution.

To detain them on a ship with planted charges.

To exchange them for British prisoners.

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