True or False: France was a part of the Axis powers during World War II.

The statement is false because France was not a part of the Axis powers during World War II. The Axis powers consisted primarily of Germany, Italy, and Japan, who allied together in opposition to the Allied forces, which included nations such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union.

France, following the swift German invasion in 1940, was occupied by Nazi forces and had a government (the Vichy regime) that collaborated with Axis powers, but this collaboration does not constitute being a member of the Axis. Instead, France was one of the main countries that was attacked and subsequently sought to resist Axis control, ultimately joining the Allies after the liberation. Understanding the geopolitical dynamics of World War II is crucial for recognizing the relationships between countries during this time.