Question

Which statements about the early years of World War II are correct? Check all that apply.

Germany started World War II when it invaded Poland in 1939.

In the Battle of Britain, Germany used bombs to attack Great Britain.

German troops were stopped by Allied forces before they could reach and occupy Paris.

In the early stages of World War II, Germany demonstrated immense military power.

Answer 1

Correct:
- Germany started World War II when it invaded Poland in 1939. — Widely regarded as the start of WWII in Europe (Germany invaded Poland on 1 Sept 1939; Britain and France declared war on 3 Sept).
- In the Battle of Britain, Germany used bombs to attack Great Britain. — The Luftwaffe conducted large-scale bombing raids (the Blitz) as part of the 1940 air campaign.
- In the early stages of World War II, Germany demonstrated immense military power. — Rapid successful campaigns (Poland, Norway, the Low Countries, France) showed the effectiveness of German tactics and equipment.

Incorrect:
- German troops were stopped by Allied forces before they could reach and occupy Paris. — False: German forces advanced into France in May–June 1940 and occupied Paris in mid-June 1940 after Allied defeats and retreats.