Question

which of the following statements is true about germanys use of u-boats?

a. u-boats had to surface to attack ships.

b. u-boats announced their presence to neutral ships.

c. u-boats sank ships carrying civilians.

d. u-boats attacked in daylight to leave more survivors.

Explanation:

• Option A: U - boats (submarines) could attack while submerged using torpedoes, so they didn't have to surface to attack. Eliminate A.
• Option B: U - boats often engaged in unrestricted submarine warfare, which meant they didn't announce their presence to neutral or enemy - affiliated ships. Eliminate B.
• Option C: During World War I and World War II, German U - boats did sink ships that were carrying civilians, for example, the Lusitania incident where a passenger liner with civilians was sunk. This statement is true.
• Option D: U - boats typically attacked at night or when concealed to avoid detection, and their attacks were not aimed at leaving more survivors. Eliminate D.

Answer:

C. U - boats sank ships carrying civilians.