Quiz on World War II Events

What was the main goal of Adolf Hitler's plans to take over countries?

• To gain more resources

• To gain Lebensraum (living space) for the German people

• To spread democracy

• To form alliances

What was the event called when Austria became part of Germany in March 1938?

• The Anschluss

• The Munich Agreement

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The Sudetenland Annexation

Which countries signed the Munich Agreement on 29th September 1938?

• Britain, France, Germany, and Italy

• Britain, USA, Germany, and Italy

• France, USA, Germany, and Russia

• Britain, France, USA, and Italy

What did the Munich Agreement allow Hitler to do?

• Annex Austria

• Annex the Sudetenland

• Invade Poland

• Form an alliance with Italy

When did Hitler invade Poland, leading to Britain and France declaring war on Germany?

• 1st September 1939

• 3rd September 1939

• 10th May 1940

• 12th May 1940

What was the period called when not much happened on the western front after the war was declared?

• The Blitz

• The Phoney War

• The Cold War

• The Silent War

On what date did Winston Churchill become the Prime Minister of Great Britain?

• 10th May 1940

• 12th May 1940

• 27th May 1940

• 28th May 1940

Which country was invaded by Hitler on 12th May 1940?

• Belgium

• France

• Norway

• Holland

What significant event happened on 27th May involving British and French soldiers?

• They invaded Germany

• They were evacuated from Dunkirk

• They surrendered to Italy

• They formed a new alliance

Which country surrendered on 28th May 1940?

• France

• Belgium

• Norway

• Holland