Battle of Aras Quiz

What was the main objective of the German 7th Panzer Division under General Rommel in May 1940?

• To invade Britain

• To seize river crossings over the Scarp River

• To capture Paris

• To defend the German border

What was the primary goal of the Allied counterattack led by Major General Harold Franklin?

• To destroy the German navy

• To capture Berlin

• To invade Italy

• To relieve pressure on the garrison of Aras

Which weapon did General Rommel use effectively against British tanks during the Battle of Aras?

• The 8.8 cm Flak 18

• The V-2 rocket

• The U-boat

• The Tiger tank

What was the outcome of the British tank offensive during the Battle of Aras?

• The British tanks retreated without any losses

• The British tanks successfully encircled the German forces

• The British tanks were heavily attacked and suffered significant losses

• The British tanks captured the German headquarters

How did the Battle of Aras impact the German strategic decisions?

• It resulted in the capture of London

• It caused a strategic pause, allowing the Allies to fortify Dunkirk

• It led to a German retreat from France

• It had no significant impact on German strategy