The Battle of Singapore Quiz

What made Singapore a strategic location for the British Empire?

• Its large land area

• Its proximity to Australia

• Its position on sea routes linking China and Europe

• Its abundant natural resources

What was the outcome of the British attempt to destroy Japanese amphibious troops on December 8th?

• The Japanese retreated

• A fierce defeat for the British

• A stalemate with no clear winner

• A decisive British victory

Which aircraft did the Allies rely on during the Japanese air attacks on Singapore?

• Hawker Hurricane

• Spitfire

• F-16 Fighting Falcon

• Boeing B-17

What was the main objective of the Japanese forces during the Battle of Kranji?

• To breach the Jurong-Kranji defense line

• To evacuate their troops

• To capture the entire island of Singapore

• To negotiate a peace treaty

What tragic event occurred at Alexandra Hospital during the Japanese invasion?

• Doctors and patients were evacuated safely

• The hospital was converted into a museum

• A massacre of medical staff and patients

• The hospital was used as a military base

On what date did Singapore fall to the Japanese forces?

• February 8, 1942

• February 15, 1942

• March 1, 1942

• April 10, 1942

How many prisoners were captured by the Japanese in Singapore?

• 50,000

• 25,000

• 100,000

• 10,000

When did the Japanese occupation of Singapore end?

• October 10, 1945

• November 1, 1945

• September 2, 1945

• August 15, 1945

What was the main reason for the British surrender in Singapore?

• Running out of rations and military supplies

• A diplomatic agreement

• A surprise attack by the Japanese

• Lack of reinforcements

What was the impact of the Japanese occupation on the prisoners of war?

• They were treated well and given freedom

• They were immediately released

• Many did not survive, and survivors were left with lasting scars

• They were sent back to their home countries