Pearl Harbor History Quiz
The Pearl Harbor is a famous place in Hawaii, USA and its history goes a long way back. How much do you know about this very important harbor especially in regard to World War II? Find out below.
- 1.
Pearl Harbor is located on which Hawaiian island?
- A.
Oahu
- B.
Hawaii
- C.
Maui
- D.
Kauai
Correct Answer
A. OahuExplanation
Pearl Harbor is located on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. This is the correct answer because Pearl Harbor is a harbor and naval base situated on the southern coast of Oahu. It is known for being the site of the surprise attack by the Japanese on the United States on December 7, 1941, which led to the country's entry into World War II. Oahu is the third largest Hawaiian island and is home to the state capital, Honolulu, making it a significant and historically important location in Hawaii.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which one was the first ship destroyed in the attack?
- A.
USS California
- B.
USS Raleigh
- C.
USS Utah
- D.
USS Arizona
Correct Answer
C. USS UtahExplanation
The USS Utah was the first ship destroyed in the attack. This can be inferred from the fact that it is listed as one of the options and is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many planes were destroyed in the attack for the Americans and Japanese?
- A.
105
- B.
327
- C.
217
- D.
86
Correct Answer
C. 217Explanation
Of the 217, 188 belonged to the Americans. 29 Japanese planes were shot down or crashed.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Give the number of winners of the Congressional Medal of Honor for their actions on December 7th?
- A.
5
- B.
10
- C.
15
- D.
20
Correct Answer
C. 15Explanation
Of the fifteen, ten were awarded posthumously. Of the five survivors, one was killed in action 11 months later.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is the total number of people killed in the attack?
- A.
1418
- B.
897
- C.
2388
- D.
3146
Correct Answer
C. 2388Explanation
The casualties included 1998 Navy, 109 Marines, 233 Army, and 48 civilians. 64 Japanese were killed. Approximately 1177 of the casualties were from the USS Arizona.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The Japanese successfully sank American aircraft carriers on December 7th.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
There were no aircraft carriers docked in Pearl Harbor on December 7th. The USS Enterprise was delivering aircraft to Wake Island, while the USS Lexington was doing the same to Midway Island. The USS Saratoga was entering dry dock in San Diego for an overhaul that didn't happen.Rate this question:
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- 7.
On what date did Congress pass a formal declaration of war against Japan?
- A.
December 7, 1941
- B.
December 8, 1941
- C.
December 14, 1941
- D.
December 31, 1941
Correct Answer
B. December 8, 1941Explanation
Only one person in Congress voted against the declaration. Rep. Jeannette Rankin of Montana also voted against America's entry into World War I.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What year was the USS Arizona Memorial dedicated?
- A.
1948
- B.
1954
- C.
1962
- D.
1971
Correct Answer
C. 1962Explanation
After the attack, the first official recognition of the USS Arizona came from Admiral Arthur Radford, who ordered an American flag flown over the ship. Construction of the Memorial began in 1960.Rate this question:
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