The War in Europe

Question 1

At their meeting in January of 1942, what argument persuaded President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill to pursue a “Europe-first” strategy?

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It was felt that Germany posed a greater threat than Japan.

Question 2

During World War II, Germany was a member of the

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Axis.

Question 3

Which Allied nation controlled the Suez Canal in North Africa?

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Great Britain

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the 1942 Allied strategy in North Africa?

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The Allies pushed Rommel’s troops out of Egypt and trapped them against more Allied forces in the west.

Question 5

During World War II, the United States was a member of the

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Allies.

Question 6

In 1941, who commanded US troops in Europe?

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Dwight D. Eisenhower

Question 7

Who was the leader of an Allied nation during the war in Europe?

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Joseph Stalin

Question 8

When it first entered World War II, why did the United States agree to commit most of its resources to the war in Europe?

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Roosevelt felt that Germany was more of a threat than Japan.

Question 9

During World War II, which pair were Allied nations?

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Great Britain and the Soviet Union

Question 10

During World War II, the battle that turned the tide of war against Germany on the eastern front was the

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Battle of Stalingrad.

The War in Europe Answers