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American Life in the Great Depression — Unit test

Question 14 • AVAHS 26-27 CCPS SS US History Gr 11 (45.0810000) YL IC (Fall)

Supporters of using the atomic bomb at the end of World War II believed that

Answer
A
Japan might win the war if the bomb was not used.
B
Americans were tired of war and the US should end it quickly.
C
Russia was developing a bomb and the US needed to use it first.
D
Japan was developing a bomb and the US needed to use it first.

Explanation

Supporters argued that using the atomic bomb could force Japan to surrender quickly and avoid a costly invasion. They also believed Americans were weary of the war after years of fighting. Choice B, “Americans were tired of war and the US should end it quickly,” best reflects this reasoning.

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