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Practice questionLife in the UK Test
What was 'the Blitz'?
Correct answer
The German bombing of British cities during the Second World War
Why
Despite winning the Battle of Britain, Britain suffered heavy bombing of cities such as London and Coventry. The 'Blitz spirit' describes the way people carried on despite the attacks.
Answer choices
- AA Royal Navy victory over the French
- BThe German bombing of British cities during the Second World War
- CThe evacuation of soldiers from France
- DA British tank used in the First World War