Patton's Military Strategies and Decisions

Patton's Military Strategies and Decisions

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Nancy Jackson

FREE Resource

5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was General Patton's approach to warfare that set him apart from other generals?

He focused on defensive strategies.

He avoided using mechanization.

He prioritized minimizing casualties while being aggressive.

He preferred long, drawn-out battles.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Patton believe in constantly attacking the enemy?

To give his troops more rest.

To allow the enemy to regroup.

To increase the number of casualties.

To maintain a position of power and prevent the enemy from reorganizing.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What nickname did Patton earn due to his approach to warfare?

The Peacekeeper

Old Blood and Guts

The Cautious General

The Defensive Master

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason behind Patton's decision to liberate the POW camp in Hamberg?

To capture German officers.

To test new military tactics.

To rescue his son-in-law, Lieutenant Colonel Waters.

To gain strategic advantage over the Germans.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the operation to liberate the POW camp in Hamberg?

The operation was called off before it began.

It was a complete success with no casualties.

The task force was surrounded and annihilated by the Germans.

The camp was liberated without any issues.