WW2

Question 1

What event marks the overthrow of the Qing Dynasty in China?

Answer 1

Sun Yat Sen establishes the Nationalist Party, known as the Kuomintang in 1912

This event is significant as it marks the beginning of modern Chinese history.

Question 2

What proposal did Germany make to Mexico in 1917?

Answer 2

The Zimmerman Telegram reveals Germany’s proposal to Mexico to make war with the US

This proposal was a significant factor in the US entering World War I.

Question 3

What act was passed on June 15, 1917, to prevent support for enemies of the US?

Answer 3

Espionage Act of 1917

This act aimed to suppress dissent and espionage during World War I.

Question 4

What significant event occurred on October 25, 1917, in Russia?

Answer 4

The Bolshevik Revolution completes its takeover of Russia

This event led to the establishment of a communist government in Russia.

Question 5

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Versailles signed on June 28, 1919?

Answer 5

The treaty helped end World War I; the US rejected the treaty and the power given to the League of Nations

The rejection was due to concerns over entangling alliances.

Question 6

When was the Nazi Party formed and what role did Hitler play?

Answer 6

The Nazi Party was formed in January 1920, with Hitler giving emotional speeches

Hitler’s oratory skills were crucial in gaining support for the party.

Question 7

What significant event happened on July 29, 1921, regarding Hitler?

Answer 7

Hitler was named leader of the Nazi Party, earning the title der Führer

This solidified his control over the party and its direction.

Question 8

What was the purpose of the Kellogg-Briand Pact signed in 1928?

Answer 8

To prevent aggressive warfare by major powers of the world

The pact aimed to promote peace but ultimately was ineffective.

Question 9

What was the Stimson Doctrine issued in January 1932?

Answer 9

A response to Japan’s invasion of Manchuria meant to prevent expansion of Japan’s territories

It was a principle of non-recognition of territorial changes achieved by force.

Question 10

What did the Enabling Act of March 23, 1933, grant Hitler?

Answer 10

Unlimited power, allowing him to be dictator in Germany

This act was a crucial step in the establishment of a totalitarian regime.

Question 11

What event is known as the Night of the Long Knives?

Answer 11

Political murders carried out in Germany from June 30 to July 2, 1934

It targeted political opponents of the Nazi regime.

Question 12

What agreement was signed on June 18, 1935, between Germany and the UK?

Answer 12

Anglo-German Naval Agreement (AGNA) regulating the size of their navies

This agreement was later denounced by Hitler.

Question 13

What was the outcome of the Munich Agreement signed on September 30, 1938?

Answer 13

Allowed the annexation of Czechoslovakia’s Sudetenland borders by Nazi Germany

This agreement is often cited as a failed act of appeasement.

Question 14

What event initiated World War II on September 1, 1939?

Answer 14

Nazi Germany invades Poland

This invasion prompted France and Britain to declare war on Germany.

Question 15

What was the significance of the Lend-Lease program initiated in 1941?

Answer 15

Enabled Allied nations to receive war material from the United States

This program was crucial for supporting the Allies before the US entered the war.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The __________ attack on Pearl Harbor led the US to declare war against Japan.

Answer 16

Japanese

This attack on December 7, 1941, marked a pivotal moment in US history.

Question 17

What was Executive Order 9066 signed by Roosevelt in 1942?

Answer 17

The Japanese-American Internment order

This order placed citizens of Japanese descent in internment camps during WWII.

Question 18

What was the Battle of Midway and when did it occur?

Answer 18

A major naval battle in June 1942 where the Japanese fleet was turned back with heavy losses

This battle marked a turning point in the Pacific Theater.

Question 19

What is Executive Order 9066?

Answer 19

An order signed by President Roosevelt placing citizens of Japanese descent in internment camps

This order was issued on February 19, 1942.

Question 20

When did the United States surrender the Philippines to Japan?

Answer 20

May 1942

Question 21

What significant event occurred in June 1942?

Answer 21

The Battle of Midway, where the Japanese fleet was turned back with heavy losses

Question 22

What was the starting point for the US Marines’ ‘island hopping’ strategy against Japan?

Answer 22

Guadalcanal

Question 23

What is recognized as the largest battle of WWII that began on August 23, 1942?

Answer 23

The Battle of Stalingrad

Question 24

What did the Revenue Act of 1942 accomplish?

Answer 24

Increased both income tax and corporate rates to fund the cost of war

This act was signed in October 1942.

Question 25

What was the purpose of the Casablanca Conference in January 1943?

Answer 25

To obtain the surrender of the Axis Powers

Question 26

Who was named the First Chairman of the Communist Party of China in March 1943?

Answer 26

Mao Zedong

Question 27

Which country did British and US troops invade in July 1943?

Answer 27

Italy

Question 28

What significant meeting occurred in November 1943 involving Roosevelt, Churchill, and Chiang Kai Shek?

Answer 28

The Cairo Conference

Question 29

Who were the 'big three' leaders of the Allies that met in Teheran in November 1943?

Answer 29

FDR, Churchill, and Stalin

Question 30

What operation is known as the landing of Allies in Italy in January 1944?

Answer 30

Operation Shingle

Question 31

What was D-Day?

Answer 31

The Allies' invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, known as the greatest military invasion in history

Question 32

What law became known as the G.I. Bill?

Answer 32

The Servicemen’s Readjustment Act signed on June 22, 1944

Question 33

What significant battle occurred in October 1944?

Answer 33

The Battle of Leyte

Question 34

What was notable about FDR's presidency in November 1944?

Answer 34

He won his fourth term as president

Question 35

What was the Battle of the Bulge?

Answer 35

A German offensive launched in response to the invasion of Normandy starting December 16, 1944

Question 36

What was the impact of British bombing of Hamburg from September 1939 to April 1945?

Answer 36

Created a firestorm killing more than 100,000

Question 37

What was discussed at the Yalta Conference in February 1945?

Answer 37

Post-war Europe

Question 38

When did U.S. troops land on Okinawa?

Answer 38

April 1, 1945

Question 39

When did President Roosevelt die?

Answer 39

April 12, 1945

Question 40

What happened to Benito Mussolini on April 28, 1945?

Answer 40

He was killed while trying to flee from Italy to Switzerland

Question 41

What event occurred on April 30, 1945?

Answer 41

Adolf Hitler committed suicide

Question 42

What marked the end of World War II in Europe?

Answer 42

Germany starting to surrender in May 1945

Question 43

What significant document was signed on June 26, 1945?

Answer 43

The United Nations Charter

Question 44

What was the Manhattan Project?

Answer 44

The project that detonated the world’s first atomic bomb on July 16, 1945

Question 45

What was the purpose of the Potsdam Conference in July 1945?

Answer 45

To discuss postwar Europe

Question 46

What happened on August 6, 1945?

Answer 46

The first atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima

Question 47

When did Japan surrender, completing the end of World War II?

Answer 47

August 14, 1945

Question 48

What did Japanese representatives sign on September 2, 1945?

Answer 48

Terms of surrender on the USS Missouri

Question 49

What division occurred in the Korean peninsula after World War II?

Answer 49

The division along the 38th Parallel creating North and South Korea

Question 50

What significant trial began on November 20, 1945?

Answer 50

The Nuremberg Trials prosecuting leaders of Nazi Germany

Question 51

What meeting of Nazi officials was held in January 1942 in a suburb of Berlin to enact The Final Solution against Jews.

Answer 51

The Wannsee Conference