World War II Strategic Decisions Quiz

What was the initial belief about the war's status?

• The war was ongoing.

• The war was over.

• The war was at a stalemate.

• The war was just beginning.

What was Colonel Perrin's strategy to counter Piper's advance?

• To attack Piper directly with full force.

• To retreat and regroup at a safer location.

• To send small squads to mine the bridges.

• To negotiate a truce with Piper.

What was the main objective of the small squads sent by Colonel Perrin?

• To capture Piper's tanks.

• To destroy the bridges before Piper's crossing.

• To gather intelligence on Piper's troops.

• To provide reinforcements to the front line.

How did the destruction of the bridge affect Piper's troops?

• It frustrated Piper and his troops.

• It caused them to retreat immediately.

• It had no impact on their advance.

• It led to a successful crossing of the river.

What was Piper's reaction to the bridge being destroyed?

• He ordered a ceasefire.

• He praised the engineers.

• He was indifferent to the event.

• He was angered by the engineers.