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Answer: BSet 2: Inferences
Explanation
PASSAGE
During World War II, the 'Ghost Army' was a secret U.S. unit that used inflatable tanks, sound trucks, and fake radio transmissions to deceive German forces. Their illusions tricked the enemy into believing that large Allied forces were stationed in locations that were actually empty.
What can be inferred about the Ghost Army's role?
A. They engaged directly in combat with German troops.
B. They diverted enemy attention and resources from real military operations.✓ Correct
C. They provided medical support behind the front lines.
D. They were responsible for decoding enemy messages.
Detailed Explanation
By making Germans believe forces were elsewhere ('locations that were actually empty'), they diverted German attention from real operations.
Key Evidence:
• "deceive German forces"
• "tricked the enemy into believing"
Why others are wrong: A (They used deception, not combat.), C (Medical support isn't mentioned.), D (Decoding is not related to fake tanks and sounds.).