The Early Battles

Question 1

Who was MacArthur in the context of the Fall of the Philippines?

Answer 1

key military leader during War involved in defense of Philippines

Question 2

What was the Bataan Death March?

Answer 2

forced march of Filipino + American prisoners by Japanese army after fall of Bataan

Question 3

What significant event took place at Corregidor?

Answer 3

last stronghold of American + Filipino forces before surrendering to Japan

Question 4

What was the Doolittle Raid?

Answer 4

surprise air raid by US on Tokyo
-april 18 1492

Question 5

What was the impact of the Doolittle Raid?

Answer 5

Boosted American morale and demonstrated Japan’s vulnerability

Question 6

What was the Battle of the Coral Sea?

Answer 6

• naval battle between US + Japan
• marked first time aircraft carriers engaged each other

Question 7

What was the impact of the Battle of the Coral Sea?

Answer 7

Japanese advance towards Australia

Question 8

What was the Battle of Midway?

Answer 8

• naval battle in Pacific Theater
• six months after attack on Pearl Harbor
• June 4-7 1942

Question 9

What was the impact of the Battle of Midway?

Answer 9

turned tide of war in favor of Allies in Pacific