1. PART A: Which statement best identifies the central idea of the text? O A The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor achieved its intended goal of destroying most of the US's military airplanes and forcing the U. S. to enter WWII. B Increasing tension between the U. S. and Japan resulted in the attack on Pearl Harbor and the entrance of the U. S. into WWII. OC The United States entered WWII after the attack on Pearl Harbor to further assist China in its conflict with Japan. OD Despite causing damage to United States' ships, the attack on Pearl Harbor did not result in excessive loss of life and was ultimately unsuccessful.