World War II - Part 1 Practice Questions

When did Germany begin its attack on Poland, marking the start of World War II?

• August 23, 1939

• September 1, 1939

• September 15, 1939

• October 1, 1939

What was the name of the strategy used by Germany during its attack on Poland?

• Trench Warfare

• Blitzkrieg

• Guerrilla Warfare

• Attrition Warfare

What did the nonaggression pact between Germany and the USSR include?

• A promise to support each other in war

• A division of Poland between them

• An agreement to share military technology

• A plan to invade France together

How long did it take for Poland to surrender after Germany's invasion?

• 15 days

• 25 days

• 35 days

• 45 days

When did France and Great Britain declare war on Germany?

• September 1, 1939

• September 3, 1939

• September 5, 1939

• September 7, 1939

Which country was NOT involved at the beginning of the war?

• France

• Great Britain

• United States

• Soviet Union

What was the main reason the period after the initial mobilization was called the "phony war"?

• There was intense fighting

• There was no action

• Germany invaded France

• The US joined the war

What did the Soviets do on September 17, 1939?

• Declared war on Germany

• Invaded Finland

• Moved for territory in Poland

• Signed a peace treaty

What was the Maginot line?

• A German fortification

• A Soviet defense line

• A system of fortifications along the border between Germany and France

• A British naval blockade

On what date did Germany invade Denmark and Norway during WWII?

• April 9, 1940

• May 10, 1940

• June 6, 1944

• September 1, 1939