What Do You Know About The Battle Of Verdun?

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What Do You Know About The Battle Of Verdun? - Quiz

What do you know about the first world war? Do you know that battle of Verdun was the largest and longest battle of the First World War on the Western Front between the German and French armies. Take this quiz if you think you really know much about the topic.

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1.

When did the battle of Verdun start?
- A.
  
  1912
- B.
  
  1913
- C.
  
  1915
- D.
  
  1916
Correct Answer
D. 1916

Explanation
The battle of Verdun started in 1916. This answer is correct because it aligns with historical records and the commonly accepted date for the start of the battle. The battle of Verdun was one of the longest and bloodiest battles of World War I, lasting for 10 months from February to December 1916.

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When did the battle end?
- A.
  
  1913
- B.
  
  1915
- C.
  
  1916
- D.
  
  1917
Correct Answer
C. 1916

Explanation
The battle ended in 1916.

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Where did the battle take place?
- A.
  
  France
- B.
  
  Germany
- C.
  
  England
- D.
  
  Russia
Correct Answer
A. France

Explanation
The battle took place in France.

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How long did the battle took place?
- A.
  
  365days
- B.
  
  200days
- C.
  
  785days
- D.
  
  303days
Correct Answer
D. 303days

Explanation
The battle took place for 303 days.

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5.

Which of the following participated in the battle?
- A.
  
  Japan
- B.
  
  England
- C.
  
  Germany
- D.
  
  Korea
Correct Answer
C. Germany

Explanation
Germany participated in the battle.

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6.

Which of the following participated in the battle?
- A.
  
  America
- B.
  
  France
- C.
  
  All of the above
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
B. France

Explanation
France participated in the battle.

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7.

Which of the following participated in the war?
- A.
  
  France
- B.
  
  Germany
- C.
  
  All of the above
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. All of the above

Explanation
All of the above participated in the war. This means that both France and Germany participated in the war.

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8.

Which of the following countries initiated the battle?
- A.
  
  France
- B.
  
  England
- C.
  
  Germany
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Germany

Explanation
Germany initiated the battle.

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9.

According to experts in 2000, how many casualties did the war have?
- A.
  
  377,231
- B.
  
  714,231
- C.
  
  337,000
- D.
  
  976,000
Correct Answer
B. 714,231

Explanation
In 2000, according to experts, the war had a total of 714,231 casualties.

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10.

Who lead the Germans to war?
- A.
  
  Erich von Falkenhayn
- B.
  
  Erich van Falkenhayn
- C.
  
  Erich von Fanch
- D.
  
  Richard von Falkenhayn
Correct Answer
A. Erich von Falkenhayn

Explanation
Erich von Falkenhayn is the correct answer because he was a German general who served as the Chief of the General Staff during World War I. He played a significant role in leading Germany into war, particularly with his strategy and decision-making during the Battle of Verdun in 1916. His leadership and military tactics were instrumental in shaping Germany's involvement in the war.

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