World War 2 Vocabulary Challenge

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word "inevitable" in the following sentence: "The soldiers knew that defeat was inevitable if they did not receive reinforcements soon."

• Uncertain

• Avoidable

• Unavoidable

• Optional

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Analyze the use of the word "tangible" in the context of military strategy during World War 2. How might a tangible asset differ from an intangible one?

• A tangible asset is a physical resource, while an intangible one is a strategic plan.

• A tangible asset is a strategic plan, while an intangible one is a physical resource.

• Both tangible and intangible assets are physical resources.

• Both tangible and intangible assets are strategic plans.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Consider the word "flourish" in the context of a military unit. What does it mean for a unit to flourish during a campaign?

• To struggle

• To thrive

• To retreat

• To diminish

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Evaluate the meaning of "wrath" in the context of a commander's response to a failed mission. How might this emotion affect decision-making?

• Calmness

• Indifference

• Anger

• Joy

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In the context of World War 2, what does "repatriation" refer to, and why might it be significant for soldiers?

• Sending soldiers to the front lines

• Returning soldiers to their home country

• Promoting soldiers to higher ranks

• Training soldiers for new missions

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Using context clues, determine the meaning of "resistance" in the following sentence: "The resistance movement played a crucial role in undermining enemy operations."

• Cooperation

• Opposition

• Support

• Agreement

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Analyze the significance of "duration" in planning a military operation. How does understanding the duration impact strategic decisions?

• It helps in determining the number of troops needed.

• It is irrelevant to strategic planning.

• It helps in estimating the time required for the operation.

• It determines the type of weapons used.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Consider the word "subdued" in the context of a military engagement. What does it mean for a force to be subdued?

• To be victorious

• To be defeated

• To be reinforced

• To be promoted

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Evaluate the meaning of "induct" in the context of military service. What does it mean to induct a soldier?

• To discharge a soldier

• To enlist a soldier

• To promote a soldier

• To train a soldier

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Using context clues, determine the meaning of "dwindle" in the following sentence: "As the war dragged on, the resources began to dwindle, causing concern among the troops."

• Increase

• Stabilize

• Decrease

• Multiply

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4