Why Britain Continued Fighting in WWII

What was the situation for Britain after France fell to Germany in 1940?

• Britain immediately sought peace with Germany.

• Britain was completely isolated without any allies.

• Britain and its empire were left to fight alone.

• Britain had the support of the United States.

Who succeeded Neville Chamberlain as the British Prime Minister during WWII?

• Lord Halifax

• Winston Churchill

• Clement Attlee

• Anthony Eden

Why did Lord Halifax propose peace negotiations with Germany?

• He wanted to avoid a prolonged war of attrition.

• He believed Britain would be conquered.

• He thought the United States would not support Britain.

• He trusted Hitler's promises.

What was one reason the British government rejected peace proposals with Germany?

• They had already defeated Germany in several battles.

• They wanted to return Germany's former colonies.

• They believed Germany would honor the treaty.

• They distrusted any treaty Hitler would sign.

What strategic error did Britain expect Germany to make?

• Attacking neutral countries

• Invading the United States

• Invading the Soviet Union

• Surrendering to Britain