Apentix/AP US History/Unit 7: Period 7 (1890-1945)/Question

AP US Historymediummcq1 pt

The Allied invasion of Normandy in June 1944 was strategically significant because it

A.opened a second front against Germany in western Europe

B.forced Italy to surrender immediately

C.ended the war with Japan

D.was launched from the Soviet Union

Explanation

Core Concept

The D-Day landings forced Germany to fight major campaigns in both the east against the Soviet Union and the west against the Western Allies. The second front relieved pressure on the Soviets and led to the liberation of France.

Correct Answer

Aopened a second front against Germany in western Europe

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