Question

Which of the following best summarizes the result of attacks in no-man’s-land during World War I?
Attacks in no-man’s-land were never attempted.
Attacks in no-man’s-land were frequently attempted.
Attacks in no-man’s-land were usually unsuccessful.
Attacks in no-man’s-land were highly effective.

Answer 1

Attacks in no-man’s-land were usually unsuccessful.

Reason: Defenders in fortified trenches, protected by barbed wire, machine guns and artillery, inflicted heavy casualties on attacking troops, producing a costly stalemate with little ground gained.