Question 1

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A) Compare the situations leading up to the invasions of China and Poland. (1 point)
• China and Poland received foreign aid against potential invasion.
• China and Poland were prepared to fight their invaders.
• Japan and Germany were at war with China and Poland.
Japan and Germany invaded other countries before invading China and Poland.
Question 2
A) Analyze Japan's main reason for territorial expansion in the twentieth century. (1 point)
• Japan needed natural resources to provide for its growing population.
Japan needed more people to work in factories because it had a shortage of workers.
Japan needed more fishing territory so they wouldn't have to trade for fish.
Japan needed to sell natural resources because its population was shrinking.
Question 3
A) Which statement best describes historians' critique of Great Britain's policy of appeasement? (1 point)
• Appeasement was not a permanent solution.
• Appeasement further enforced the Treaty of Versailles.
• Appeasement was too harsh.
• Appeasement was ineffective.
Question 4
A) What was the response to the bombing of Pearl Harbor? (1 point)
• It caused American forces to join Allied powers in World War II.
• It led to the Dunkirk boatlift off the coast of France.
• It led the U.S. to decrease the amount of aid it sent to Europe.
• It caused the U.S. to begin providing equipment to the Allies.
Question 5
A) Which statement explains the significance of the British loss at Dunkirk? (1 point)
It led to the Soviet Union declaring war on Germany.
It led to Germany invading the Soviet Union.
It led to improved morale of British people and troops.

Answer 1

Here are the answers to your questions:

Question 1
A) Compare the situations leading up to the invasions of China and Poland.

• Japan and Germany invaded other countries before invading China and Poland.
  This highlights common patterns of aggression where both Japan and Germany expanded their territories prior to their invasions of China and Poland, respectively.

Question 2
A) Analyze Japan's main reason for territorial expansion in the twentieth century.

• Japan needed natural resources to provide for its growing population.
  This statement reflects Japan's industrial needs and the lack of sufficient natural resources within its own territory, driving its expansionist policies.

Question 3
A) Which statement best describes historians' critique of Great Britain's policy of appeasement?

• Appeasement was ineffective.
  Historians often critique appeasement policies as failing to prevent further aggression by authoritarian regimes, particularly in the lead-up to World War II.

Question 4
A) What was the response to the bombing of Pearl Harbor?

• It caused American forces to join Allied powers in World War II.
  The attack on Pearl Harbor prompted the United States to formally enter the war, marking its active involvement on the side of the Allies.

Question 5
A) Which statement explains the significance of the British loss at Dunkirk?

• It led to improved morale of British people and troops.
  Despite being a military evacuation, the Dunkirk operation became a symbol of resilience and determination for the British public and armed forces, boosting morale during a difficult time.