WORLD HISTORY

WORLD WAR I

CAUSES AND COURSE OF THE WAR

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What was one reason why the Spanish Civil War was called a “dress rehearsal” for World War II?
A
The Nazis used the war to test their new weapons.
B
The forces of democracy defeated the forces of fascism.
C
Supporters of the Spanish Loyalists supported the Axis powers.
D
France, Britain, and the U.S. rallied to fight fascism.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Spanish Civil War caused the deaths of more than a half-million people and gave rise to a fascist government, led by General Franco. Because of its ideological nature and the involvement of Germany and Italy, the Spanish Civil War is sometimes considered a ‘dress rehearsal’ for World War II.

Detailed explanation-2: -What was one reason why the Spanish Civil War was called a “dress rehearsal” for WWII? The Nazis used the war to test their new weapons. He wanted the Soviet Union’s vast natural resources. In which French city did German forces set up a “puppet state” capital after conquering France?

Detailed explanation-3: -In Many Ways, Author Says, Spanish Civil War Was ‘The First Battle Of WWII’ Adam Hochschild says American involvement in the Spanish Civil War resulted in Americans being bombed by Nazis years before the U.S. entered World War II.

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