Chapter 2 - What was Churchill's Stance towards the war in 1940?

Question 1

What was the main belief that Churchill held about responsibility in the war? [1]

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Answer 1

It was Britain’s role to defend it’s values against Nazism and dictatorship. [1]

Question 2

State 2 ways in which Churchill managed to uphold his values. [2]

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Answer 2

Britain was part of a coalition of 30 nations. [1]
Britain sustained alliances with powerful nations, such as the USA and the USSR. [1]

Question 3

Describe 3 factors which may have resulted in a breakdown of the Big Three alliance. [3]

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Answer 3

Britain was not forced to make any commitments to ending her empire while signing the Atlantic Charter. [1]
USSR losses amounted to 9 million soldiers, and 13 million civilians. [1]
The USA was encouraged to go along with Churchill’s “soft underbelly” theory, which delayed opening a second front. [1]