Test #2 Flashcards
1
Q
When was pearl harbour attacked
A
17th of December 1941
2
Q
What type of attack was it
A
It cam to them as a surprise, it was unexpected
3
Q
What was Japan’s aim
A
To keep the us pacific fleet from interfering with its aims to conquer territories in the Southeast Asia
4
Q
What did the territories provide
A
Important natural resources such as coal, oil and rubber, which were things Japan desperately needed
5
Q
What did Japan hope for if they destroyed American fleet
A
That they would force Americans to rebuild its naval fleet,giving them sufficient time conquer Southeast Asia.
6
Q
What were Japan objectives
A
Destroy US naval fleet
Prevent US interfering with Japans conquest in southeast - Asia
Buy time for Japan to increase naval strength
Damage US naval prestige ship
