History Flashcards
What year did World War II begin?
1939
Which event is commonly regarded as the start of World War II?
The invasion of Poland
True or False: The Axis Powers included Germany, Italy, and Japan.
True
What was the primary purpose of the Munich Agreement of 1938?
To allow Nazi Germany to annex the Sudetenland in hopes of avoiding war.
Fill in the blank: The attack on Pearl Harbor occurred on __________.
December 7, 1941
Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during most of World War II?
Winston Churchill
What was the code name for the Allied invasion of Normandy?
Operation Overlord
Which battle is considered the turning point in the Pacific Theater?
The Battle of Midway
True or False: The Holocaust resulted in the deaths of approximately six million Jews.
True
What was the name of the American project that developed the atomic bomb?
The Manhattan Project
Which two cities were the atomic bombs dropped on?
Hiroshima and Nagasaki
Fill in the blank: The Yalta Conference took place in __________.
February 1945
What was the significance of the Battle of Stalingrad?
It marked a turning point in the Eastern Front in favor of the Allies.
Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during World War II?
Joseph Stalin
What was the main purpose of the United Nations, formed after World War II?
To promote international cooperation and prevent future conflicts.
What was the term used for the systematic extermination of Jews and other minorities?
The Holocaust
Which conference established the post-war order in Europe?
The Potsdam Conference
True or False: The United States entered World War II immediately after it began.
False
What was the name of the German military strategy that involved quick, surprise attacks?
Blitzkrieg
Fill in the blank: The Nuremberg Trials were held to prosecute __________.
War crimes committed by Nazi leaders
Who was the American General who led the Allied forces in Europe?
General Dwight D. Eisenhower
What was the primary goal of the Axis Powers in World War II?
To expand their territories and establish dominance.
Which battle is known as the largest tank battle in history?
The Battle of Kursk
True or False: The League of Nations was successful in preventing World War II.
False
