WWII Begins

Question 1

According to the excerpt, why did the American leaders believe that US territories were safe from Japanese attack?

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They believed the embargo had made Japan too weak to attack.

Question 2

Under the military direction of , Japan sought to expand its territory and influence.

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Hideki Tojo

Question 3

The Japanese then began to attack and try to take over territory in the Pacific, including .

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United States entering into

Question 4

What is the government’s message in this poster?

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Supporting the war will help America get revenge on Japan.

Question 5

The same day the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor, they attacked several islands in the .

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Pacific

Question 6

Japan's desire to expand its empire eventually led to the World War II.

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United States entering into

Question 7

What effect did the Battle of Midway have on the events of World War II?

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It was a major Allied victory, and severely weakened the Japanese navy.

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