World War II Key Events and Concepts

World War II Key Events and Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video covers key events leading to the US entering World War II. It begins with Germany's early invasions in Europe, including the Blitzkrieg and the fall of France. The Battle of Britain is highlighted, showcasing the resilience of the British and the role of radar technology. The US initially remains neutral but is influenced by the Lend-Lease plan and public figures like Dr. Seuss. Germany's failed Operation Barbarossa against the Soviet Union is discussed, followed by the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, which prompts the US to join the war.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the strategy used by Germany to quickly invade Poland?

Naval Blockade

Guerrilla Tactics

Blitzkrieg

Trench Warfare

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries did Germany invade in 1940 to secure trade routes?

Spain and Portugal

Sweden and Finland

Denmark and Norway

Belgium and Netherlands

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the Dunkirk evacuation?

It marked the end of World War II

It was a major defeat for the Allies

It saved a large number of Allied troops

It led to the fall of London

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technology helped the British during the Battle of Britain?

Sonar

Nuclear Weapons

Jet Engines

Radar

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Dr. Seuss's role during the early years of World War II?

He created political cartoons

He was a war correspondent

He wrote children's books

He was a military general

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the Lend-Lease plan?

To negotiate peace with Germany

To lease land for military bases

To lend money to European countries

To provide military aid to Allies

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Operation Barbarossa?

The German invasion of the Soviet Union

The German invasion of France

The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor

The Allied invasion of Normandy

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