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Question 1 of 10
In 1940, Italian forces in Libya began attacking British forces in Egypt in order to gain control of a strategically important canal. What is the name of the canal?
Question 2 of 10
Which famous scientist was born in Germany in 1879, became a Swiss citizen in 1901 and later became a US citizen in 1940?
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Question 3 of 10
In the 1940s, Germany was divided into two separate sovereign states. What were they called?
Question 4 of 10
In June 1940, Benito Mussolini recklessly declared war on Britain and what other country?
Question 5 of 10
Non-violent civil disobedience' was a form of protest utilized by whom in the 1940s?
Question 6 of 10
Which of the following Presidents served during the 1940s?
Question 7 of 10
Who was the author of the 1950 novel The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe?
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Question 8 of 10
What was the most common job for a female in 1950 America?
Question 9 of 10
On what date in 1940 did the Battle of Britain begin?
Question 10 of 10
What was the name of the September 27th, 1940 Act signed by Germany, Italy and Japan?
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