A Nazi German Ammunition Ship Explodes In Norway

A Nazi German Ammunition Ship Explodes In Norway

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A German ammunition ship exploded in Oslo Harbor, killing 35 people and shattering tens of thousands of windows. The explosion was followed by a series of blasts that shook the city for over 24 hours. Firefighting efforts were complicated by the need to seek shelter from ongoing explosions. The streets of Nazi-held Oslo were littered with bombs and shells as a result of the incident.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the immediate consequence of the German ammunition ship explosion in Oslo Harbor?

The explosion was contained quickly.

The city was evacuated.

35 people lost their lives.

The harbor was closed indefinitely.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did the explosions continue to shake the city after the initial blast?

36 hours

12 hours

48 hours

24 hours

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During the continuous explosions, what activity was carried out between jumps into shelters?

Evacuation of civilians

Firefighting

Construction work

Military drills

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the condition of the streets in Oslo after the explosions?

They were flooded.

They were deserted.

They were littered with bombs and shells.

They were under construction.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who held control over the city of Oslo during the aftermath of the explosion?

The United Nations

The Nazis

The local government

The Allies