Joseph Stalin, Franklin Roosevelt, and Winston Churchill at the Yalta Conference in 1945

The transcript discusses the Allies' plans during WWII, including the extermination of the Nazi war machine, the division of postwar Germany into military zones, the formation of the United Nations, and the establishment of a provisional government in Poland under Russian supervision. It also covers Russia's secret agreement to join the war against Japan after Germany's surrender.

What was the stance of the leaders regarding the surrender of Nazi Germany?

• They sought a peaceful resolution.

• They were open to negotiations.

• They wanted to delay the surrender.

• They demanded unconditional surrender.

How was postwar Germany planned to be divided?

• Into four military zones, including one for France.

• Into five zones, with one for each Allied power.

• Into two zones, one for the Allies and one for the Axis.

• Into three zones, each controlled by a different country.

What was the purpose of the proposed United Nations organization?

• To maintain international peace and security.

• To control the military zones in Germany.

• To oversee the division of Germany.

• To manage postwar economic recovery.

What was the reaction of Poles in London to the provisional government in Poland?

• They demanded immediate independence.

• They were outraged by the lack of freedom.

• They were indifferent to the decision.

• They supported it wholeheartedly.

What secret agreement did Russia make regarding the war against Japan?

• To provide only logistical support to the Allies.

• To enter the war no later than 90 days after Germany's surrender.

• To join the war immediately after Germany's surrender.

• To remain neutral in the conflict.