Question

Why was the victory so important?

A) Japan’s loss of Midway to the United States was a key strategic blow.

B) The victory forced Japan to withdraw from much of the territory it had taken.

C) Japan’s loss of ships and planes prevented it from continuing to advance across the Pacific.

Answer 1

C.

At Midway Japan lost four fleet carriers, many planes and experienced aircrews—losses it could not quickly replace. That destroyed Japan’s ability to continue large-scale offensive operations in the Pacific and shifted the strategic initiative to the United States. (A is imprecise and B is incorrect.)