Standard 3 Assessment: World War II

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What were Hitler's goals as leader of Germany?

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Expanding German territory, promoting a master race, eliminating Jews and other 'undesirables', and undoing the Versailles Treaty.

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What was the main reason(s) for the start of World War II?

Back

Treaty violations and aggressive expansion by the Axis powers

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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How did the Allies' appeasement policy fail to stop Hitler before World War II?

Back

Appeasement allowed Hitler to continue aggressive actions without consequences.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Front

In response to Japan's aggression in Asia, the United States:

Back

Blocked oil trade and moved their Navy to Pearl Harbor

Front

Which event caused the United States' to enter into World War II?

Back

Bombing of Pearl Harbor

Front

Explain how the Treaty of Versailles contributed to the start of World War II.

Back

It put on harsh penalties and left Germany totally destabilized and vulnerable to a dictator

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Front

What would explain Japan's goals before attacking Pearl Harbor?

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Expanding their empire and secure natural resources to make "Asia for the Asians"

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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This battle was a turning point on the Eastern Front; Hitler's first acknowledged defeat in the Soviet Union.

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Battle of Stalingrad

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Front

Discuss the strategic importance of the D-Day invasion.

Back

It opened the western front in Europe, leading to a quicker end to the war.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Front

Which major, brutal battle fought in the Pacific Theater gave the United States a reason for dropping the atomic bomb? Options: Battle of Okinawa, Battle of Midway, Battle of Guadalcanal, Battle of Iwo Jima

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Battle of Okinawa

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DOK Level 1: Recall