Test Yourself on How Much You Know about World War II
Give yourself one (1) point for each correct answer and five (5) points for the bonus question. After taking the test, scroll down for the answer.
Good luck!
1) Who was not a member of The Big Three?
2) What event plunged America into the war?
3) What was the code name for the German’s invasion of the Soviet Union, on June 22, 1941?
4) What were the dates of World War II?
5) What event started World War II?
6) Which of the following was not a member of the alliance known as the Axis?
7) Which of the following was not a member of the alliance known as the Allies?
8) Which country remained neutral during World War II?
9) Who is credited with saying, "I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat?"
10) What was the Bismark?
11) Who attended the Yalta Conference?
12) Where did the invasion of Normandy take place?
13) Who was the last American five (5) star general?
14) Why was D-Day’s (the Normandy invasion) schedule moved from June 5, 1944 to June 6, 1944?
15) What is V-E Day?
Bonus Question (worth 5 points)
16) General George Patton had a dog that rarely left his side. What was the dog’s name?
18 to 20 points – You are either a World War II expert or very lucky.
15 to 17 points – You are good.
12 to 14 points – You are above average.
9 to 11 points – Did you pay attention in class?
8 and under points – History is not your favorite subject.