Question

Why was the Battle of Midway significant? (2 points)

It was an important base for bombing Hawaii.

It marked the Japanese navy's first defeat.

It stopped Japan from fighting a defensive war.

It kept the Japanese from winning other victories in the Pacific.

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

The Battle of Midway was significant because it marked the turning point in the Pacific War, as it was the first major defeat for the Japanese navy. This victory also prevented Japan from expanding further in the Pacific and potentially winning more territory. The battle helped shift the momentum in favor of the Allies and boosted morale, showing that Japan was not invincible.