The Korean War video quiz

Which country ruled Korea during WWII?

• Russian

• USA

• Japan

• Germany

Which side of Korea is a communist society?

• North Korea

• South Korea

• Both

• Neither

When did the Korean War take place?

• June 25, 1950 - July 27, 1953

• July 27, 1950 - June 25, 1953

• June 25, 1945 - July 27, 1948

• July 27, 1945 - June 25, 1948

After World War II, which two countries occupied Korea?

• United States and Japan

• Soviet Union and China

• United States and Soviet Union

• China and Japan

By 1948, Korea was divided into North and South at which parallel?

• 28th Parallel

• 38th Parallel

• 48th Parallel

• 18th Parallel

What was the immediate consequence of North Korea's attack on South Korea on June 25, 1950?

• South Korea immediately pushed back North Korean forces.

• North Korea captured Seoul and occupied most of South Korea.

• The United Nations immediately sent a large peacekeeping force.

• The war ended with a quick armistice.

What is the capital city of South Korea?

• Peoyoung

• Seoul

• Busan

How many nations were involved in sending troops to North Korea?

• 10

• 5

• 20

• 16

Which country borders North Korea on the Yalu River?

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Why did China intervene in the Korean War?

• To support the United Nations forces.

• To prevent UN troops from reaching the Yalu River border.

• To establish a new government in South Korea.

• To gain control of the entire Korean peninsula.