What was the primary reason given for dropping the atomic bombs on Japan?

Atomic Bombs and World War II

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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To punish Japan for the attack on Pearl Harbor
To test the effectiveness of the new weapon
To save American and Japanese lives by ending the war quickly
To demonstrate power to the Soviet Union
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the significance of the Battle of Midway in the Pacific War?
It resulted in the capture of Japan's capital
It was the first naval battle fought entirely with aircraft
It was the first battle where atomic bombs were used
It marked the beginning of Japan's offensive strategy
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the Manhattan Project?
A plan to invade Japan
A secret project to develop the atomic bomb
A diplomatic meeting between the Allies
A strategy for island hopping in the Pacific
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the Potsdam Declaration?
A plan for the post-war division of Europe
A peace treaty with Germany
A warning to Japan to surrender or face destruction
A declaration of war on the Soviet Union
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why was Nagasaki chosen as a target for the second atomic bomb?
It was the original target city
It was the capital of Japan
Clouds obscured the primary target, Kokura
It was a major military base
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the immediate effect of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima?
The city was left in utter ruin
The city was evacuated
The Japanese military surrendered immediately
The bomb failed to detonate
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was one of the criticisms of the decision to drop the atomic bombs?
It was thought to have no impact on Japan's decision to surrender
It was seen as a necessary military action
It was believed to be a demonstration of power to the Soviets
It was considered a humane way to end the war
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