Pearl Harbor Attack Reactions and Consequences

Mickey Canach, a 96-year-old former sailor, recounts his experience during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. He describes the chaos and destruction as the USS Pennsylvania was targeted. The attack resulted in significant losses for the US Navy, prompting President Roosevelt to declare war. The video explores how the US overcame this setback to eventually win the war in the Pacific, honoring the sacrifices of those like Mickey Canach.

What was Mickey Canach doing when the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor began?

• Having breakfast in the mess hall

• Preparing for a football game

• Sleeping in his quarters

• Manning his battle station

What was the significance of the USS Pennsylvania during the attack?

• It was used as a decoy

• It was the flagship of the Pacific Fleet

• It was at dry dock and not directly attacked

• It was the first ship to be destroyed

How did the sailors initially react to the sight of Japanese planes?

• They thought it was a drill

• They were confused and unprepared

• They immediately manned their battle stations

• They ignored it as a routine flyover

What did Mickey Canach do after realizing the attack was real?

• He continued preparing for the game

• He manned his battle station

• He evacuated the ship

• He hid in his quarters

What was the extent of the damage caused by the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor?

• Only a few ships were damaged

• Over 21 ships were damaged or destroyed

• The attack was repelled with minimal damage

• No significant damage was reported

What was Mickey Canach's experience during the attack?

• He was unaware of the attack

• He was captured by the Japanese

• He narrowly escaped a bomb explosion

• He was injured by a bomb

What was the immediate impact of the attack on the American naval base?

• It was evacuated before the attack

• It was partially damaged with no casualties

• It was severely damaged with many casualties

• It was left completely intact

What action did President Roosevelt take following the attack on Pearl Harbor?

• He called for peace negotiations

• He declared war on Japan

• He ordered a retreat from the Pacific

• He resigned from office

How did the American public react to the attack on Pearl Harbor?

• They demanded immediate withdrawal from the Pacific

• They were divided in their response

• They were indifferent

• They were united in their resolve

What was the outcome of the United States' efforts in the Pacific after the attack?

• They eventually won the war in the Pacific

• They formed an alliance with Japan

• They suffered continuous defeats

• They withdrew from the Pacific theater