Question

What was the significance of the Allied capture of Rome?

a) It allowed the Allied forces to invade Germany.
b) It established a base of operations for the Allied forces.
c) It led to the decline of the Italian Fascists.
d) It led to the hanging of Mussolini in Rome.

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. It led to the decline of the Italian Fascists.

Answer 2

The correct option is A

a) It allowed the Allied forces to invade Germany.

The Allies wanted to bomb Germany beside showing that there plans were working. By controlling Italy, the Allies were able to begin the bombing of Germany. Planes could fly to and from Italy to bomb southern Germany without having to refuel