Victory in the Pacific — Quiz

Question 1

When did the Allies liberate the Philippines?

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January of 1945

Question 2

Why was Okinawa the last step in the Allies’ island-hopping campaign?

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It was the staging area for the invasion of Japan.

Question 3

Which best describes why the Battle of Guadalcanal was a significant victory for the Allies?

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It put Japan on the defensive.

Question 4

The introduction of kamikaze pilots during the Battle of Leyte Gulf were most evident of Japan’s

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increasing desperation.

Question 5

What was the primary reason the Allies seized Saipan in 1944?

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to push north and west toward Japan

Question 6

Which best describes why kamikaze pilots were willing to go on suicide missions?

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They were devoted to Japan and its emperor.

Question 7

In their push to retake the Philippines, which territories did the Allies seize? Choose three correct answers.

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Guam; Saipan; Mariana Islands

Question 8

Why is Iwo Jima considered one of the bloodiest battles that occurred on the Pacific front?

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There were about 45,000 casualties in thirty-six days.

Question 9

Why was Iwo Jima a major step in the Allies’ island-hopping campaign?

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Its airfields would enable them to attack Japan.

Question 10

The Allies’ decisive victory at the Battle of Leyte Gulf best indicated that

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the island-hopping strategy was working.

Victory in the Pacific — Quiz Answers