Use the image of troops on Iwo Jima to answer the question.

Question

Which of the following statements BEST describes the significance of the image?

A.
It illustrates the success of the American island-hopping strategy in the Pacific.

B.
It illustrates the ease of securing an American victory in the Pacific after Pearl Harbor.

C.
It illustrates the difficulties of fighting Japanese soldiers for extended periods of time.

D.
It illustrates the strategic use of propaganda against enemy combatants during the war

Answer 1

A. It illustrates the success of the American island-hopping strategy in the Pacific. The image depicts American troops raising the American flag on Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima, which was a significant victory for the United States in their island-hopping campaign against Japan during World War II. The image became a symbol of American triumph and resilience in the face of adversity.