Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Quiz

What is the significance of December 7th in the United States?

• It is the day the U.S. joined the United Nations.

• It is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.

• It is the day the U.S. declared independence.

• It marks the end of World War II.

Which two countries were expanding their empires leading up to World War II?

• Germany and Italy

• Japan and Germany

• Italy and Japan

• France and Germany

What was the U.S. strategy to slow down Japan's expansion before the attack?

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Forming alliances

• Economic sanctions

• Military intervention

Why was Pearl Harbor strategically important to the United States?

• It was the capital of Hawaii.

• It was the largest U.S. army base.

• It was a major trade port.

• It was the headquarters of the U.S. Pacific Fleet.

What was the Japanese strategy for attacking Pearl Harbor?

• A surprise attack

• A land invasion

• A diplomatic negotiation

• A prolonged siege

How many waves of aircraft did the Japanese launch during the attack?

• Four

• Two

• Three

• One

Which battleship was famously sunk during the attack on Pearl Harbor?

• USS Enterprise

• USS Yorktown

• USS Arizona

• USS Missouri

Approximately how long did the attack on Pearl Harbor last?

• 30 minutes

• 90 minutes

• 60 minutes

• 120 minutes

What was the immediate consequence of the attack on Pearl Harbor for the United States?

• The U.S. declared war on Japan.

• The U.S. signed a peace treaty with Japan.

• The U.S. withdrew from international affairs.

• The U.S. increased trade with Japan.

How many Americans served in World War II following the attack on Pearl Harbor?

• 16 million

• 12 million

• 10 million

• 14 million