Turning Points in Europe

Question 1

How did the Battle of the Coral Sea impact Japan’s war strategy?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It prevented Japan from attacking Australia.

Question 2

Why was the Battle of the Coral Sea so crucial for the United States?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The battle halted Japan’s push toward Australia.

Question 3

Why did the United States develop the island-hopping strategy? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The strategy sped up the war.; The strategy saved the lives of US soldiers.

Question 4

Why do you think the fulfillment of MacArthur’s promise to return was such a boost to American morale?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It showed that the United States would live up to its commitments at any cost.

Question 5

What contributed to the American victory at Midway?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Admiral Nimitz knew that the Japanese were going to attack Midway Island.

Question 6

Why was the victory so important?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Japan’s loss of ships and planes prevented it from continuing to advance across the Pacific.

Turning Points in Europe Answers