German Military Strategies in Belgium

German Military Strategies in Belgium

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video discusses the strategic movements during the early stages of World War II. The French and British forces move into Belgium to stop the German advance. However, Hitler's decoy strategy succeeds, allowing him to launch a real offensive through the Ardennes, which the French High Command underestimated. The Germans continue their diversionary tactics by invading Belgium with specially trained airborne forces, aiming to capture key defensive positions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of the French and British forces moving into Belgium?

To stop the German advance through Belgium

To establish a defensive line against Italy

To retreat from the advancing German forces

To capture German territories

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Hitler's reaction to the success of his decoy strategy?

He was disappointed

He was concerned

He was indifferent

He was overjoyed

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the real offensive plan of the Germans according to Hitler's strategy?

Through the Maginot Line

Through the Ardennes

Through the English Channel

Through the Alps

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of the specially trained German airborne forces in Belgium?

To provide medical aid

To capture key points in the Belgian defense

To negotiate peace

To assist the French forces

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main objective of the German forces dropped into Belgium on May 11th?

To establish a new government

To capture the lynchpin of the Belgian defense

To provide humanitarian aid

To retreat to Germany