Question

during world war ii, why did japan strongly and passionately defend iwo jima?
it was a strategic island in the philippines
it was a strategic base from which to attack australia
it was considered part of the japanese homeland
it was the only island that british forces had not captured

Explanation:

Iwo Jima was considered part of the Japanese homeland during World War II. Defending it was seen as a matter of national pride and defense of the nation's territory. It was not in the Philippines, not a base for attacking Australia, and not related to British - forces non - capture.

Answer:

It was considered part of the Japanese homeland