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The War in Europe — Quiz

Question 4 • World History

What was the significance of the Battle of El Alamein in Egypt?

Answer
A
The Allied troops held their ground.
B
The Axis victory was a turning point.
C
The Axis troops held their ground.
D
The Allied victory was a turning point.

Explanation

At the Second Battle of El Alamein in 1942, British-led Allied forces defeated the Axis troops in North Africa. The victory stopped the Axis advance toward Egypt and helped begin their retreat westward, making it a major turning point in the North African campaign. Therefore, the correct choice is “The Allied victory was a turning point.”

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