1. As we have stated, the attack on Pearl Harbor can be viewed in different perspectives. Both the United States and Japan viewed the attack in very different ways. Now it is time for you to "think outside the box" and imagine that you are a Japanese soldier who just flew home from carrying out the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Identify which of the following statements correctly describe the reasons for the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. 1. When Japan attacked, the U.S. State Department was working feverishly to arrive at a peaceful settlement with Tojo's government. 2. The United States froze Japanese assets and established a trade embargo, which restricted Japan's access to essential resources.3. The United States became worried about Japan's intentions when it allied with China in September 1940. 4. When militants took over the Japanese government in October 1941, it became clear where things were headed. 5. General Tojo's more moderate approach gave the United States hope for a peaceful resolution. 6. The desperate need for fuel played a key role in Tojo's decision to carry out the attack.

Question 1 of 5According to Roosevelt in his "Fireside Chat #19," what were the effects of Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor?A.Few Japanese aircrafts and ships were damaged during the counterattack.B.American military hospitals in Hawaii were completely destroyed.C.Many American warplanes were destroyed.D.Japanese pilots were shot down and could be hiding on the islands.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Read the following excerpts from two speeches given by President Roosevelt after the attack on Pearl Harbor. The first excerpt is from an address to Congress. The second is from a speech to the American public."Pearl Harbor Address to the Nation":It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time, the Japanese government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace."Fireside Chat 19: On the War with Japan":Powerful and resourceful gangsters have banded together to make war upon the whole human race. Their challenge has now been flung at the United States of America. The Japanese have treacherously violated the long-standing peace between us. Many American soldiers and sailors have been killed by enemy action. American ships have been sunk; American airplanes have been destroyed.Which statement most accurately describes a major difference in emphasis between the two speeches?A.The speech to Congress appeals to the audience's emotions.B.The speech to Congress draws historical parallels to other events.C.The speech to Congress emphasizes how nonviolent solutions have failed.D.The speech to Congress underscores the dishonesty of Japan's government.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Question 3 of 10What did the audiences of the two speeches given by FDR after the attack on Pearl Harbor have in common?A.Both audiences were angry with FDR for wanting to go to war.B.Both audiences were ignorant of the attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan.C.Both audiences were uninformed about America's ability to fight a war.D.Both audiences were concerned with protecting personal freedoms.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

What was Japan’s goal in attacking Pearl Harbor?