Question

question 6 of 20

to make an invasion of france easier, the allies forced germany to divert troops from france by invading ______.

a. spain
b. austria
c. egypt
d. italy

Explanation:

Analyze Allied strategy in the European Theater

To prepare for the cross-channel invasion of occupied France (Operation Overlord), Allied leaders sought to weaken German defenses in Western Europe. By launching the invasion of Sicily and mainland Italy in 1943, the Allies forced the German high command to redeploy significant military divisions from France and the Eastern Front to defend the Italian peninsula.

Evaluate the given options

• A. Spain: Spain remained officially neutral during World War II and was not invaded by the Allies.
• B. Austria: Austria was annexed by Germany (Anschluss) and was not invaded prior to the liberation of France.
• C. Egypt: Egypt was a key battleground in the North African Campaign, but it was defended by the Allies against Axis forces, not invaded by the Allies to divert troops from France.
• D. Italy: The Allied invasion of Italy in 1943 successfully opened a second front in Europe, forcing Germany to divert vital troops and resources away from northern France.

Answer:

• (A) Spain
• (B) Austria
• (C) Egypt
• (D) Italy (Correct answer)