Question 1: We celebrate the 81st anniversary of D-Day today. What was its significance?
A Allied invasion of Normandy
B Signing of the Treaty of Versailles
C Start of the Battle of the Bulge
On June 6, 1944, the Allied forces launched the Normandy landings. American, British, and Canadian troops landed on five beaches in Normandy in France, namely Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword. They began liberating northern France, paving the way for the push into Germany and the eventual defeat of Nazi forces.
Correct Answer: Allied invasion of Normandy
Question 2: Which countries were considered the principal members of the Allied forces?
A Germany, Italy, and Japan
B United Kingdom, United States, Soviet Union, and China
C Canada, Hungary, and Thailand
The Allies, formally known as the United Nations from 1942, were an international coalition formed during World War II to oppose the Axis powers. By 1941, the ‘Big Four’ members included the United Kingdom, United States, Soviet Union, and the Republic of China, with membership evolving throughout the war.
Correct Answer: United Kingdom, United States, Soviet Union, and China
Question 3: What was the German defensive structure along the coast of Western Europe during World War II?
A Maginot Line
B Berlin Wall
C Atlantic Wall
Hitler ordered the construction of the Atlantic Wall in 1942. It was a series of fortifications, including bunkers, mines, and obstacles, designed to thwart Allied invasions. Over half a million French workers were conscripted to build it. Nazi propaganda frequently exaggerated its size and strength to boost morale.
Correct Answer: Atlantic Wall