The Use of Atomic Bombs Against Japan Had What Significance

question 81

Multiple Choice

The use of atomic bombs against Japan had what significance?

• A) They prevented the Soviets from entering the war in Asia.
• B) They shocked Germany into surrendering before facing the same fate.
• C) They killed the Japanese emperor and paved the way for surrender.
• D) According to military planners, it saved an estimated 250,000 Allied casualties and even more Japanese losses.
• E) They rendered the entire island of Honshu inhabitable for twenty-three years.

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