U-515 Submarine Mission Analysis

U-515 Submarine Mission Analysis

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

FREE Resource

In November 1943, U-boat commander Vana Hanka faced a dire situation after a deadly encounter with British warships. Severely damaged, the U-boat had to return to port through the heavily patrolled Bay of Biscay. Despite battery issues and constant enemy aircraft threats, the crew managed to navigate the dangerous waters. After a series of challenges, including a final effort to surface at night, they successfully returned to their home base, showcasing the crew's resilience and Hanka's leadership.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason the U-boat needed to return to port immediately?

They ran out of food supplies.

The U-boat was severely damaged.

The crew was ill.

They received new orders.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the Bay of Biscay particularly dangerous for U-515?

It was full of mines.

It was heavily patrolled by Allied forces.

It was a narrow passage.

It had strong currents.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main challenge faced by U-515 due to the damaged batteries?

Inability to dive for protection.

Inability to maintain speed.

Inability to communicate with base.

Inability to navigate accurately.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did U-515 manage to avoid disaster after the batteries died?

They were towed by a friendly vessel.

They used emergency sails.

They settled on the shallow sea floor.

They were rescued by another ship.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategy did Hanka use to minimize risk while returning to base?

He followed the coast of neutral Spain.

He used a decoy to distract enemies.

He waited for a storm to cover his movements.

He traveled through enemy waters.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome when U-515 was spotted by a patrol plane?

They managed to evade further attacks.

They were captured and taken to a POW camp.

They were attacked and sunk.

They surrendered to the Allies.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What time did U-515 finally reach Lorient?

12 a.m.

6 a.m.

12 p.m.

6 p.m.

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