Pearl Harbor Attack
What is one reason tension grew between japan and u.s. Before pearl harbor?
Japan saw the U.S. present in Guam and the Philippines as a threat. The U.S. supported China against Japan
Although African American bravely fought in World War 2, the military wasn’t fully ________ until after the war.
What “date which will live in infamy” marks the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor?
December 7, 1941
How did the U.S. Embargoes affect japan?
The U.S. stopped providing Japan with important resources. This hurt Japan's economy and military power.
What attack caused the United States to join World War II and unite Americans?
The Attack on Pearl Harbor
Which general was ordered to leave the Philippines but famously promised “I shall return”?
Douglas MacArthur
Why did japan decide that it was necessary to attack the u.s.?
Japan wanted to keep expanding, but the United States opposed this. Japan thought a surprise attack would prevent their interference.
What was the War Production Board?
A government agency that oversaw the conversion of factories to wartime production
In which May 1942 naval battle did enemy warships never directly see or fire at each other?
Battle of the Coral Sea