Scope: Code Talkers

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What were the Code Talkers?

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Navajo soldiers who used their language to create a code for secure communication during World War II.

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Why was the Navajo language chosen for military communication?

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It was difficult for others to learn and break, making it a secure form of communication.

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What does the term 'top-secret project' refer to in the context of the Code Talkers?

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The recruitment of Navajo soldiers to use their language for military communication without their prior knowledge.

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What was one challenge faced by the Code Talkers?

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They had to keep their role in the war a secret from their families.

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How did the Code Talkers improve U.S. military communication?

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By using the Navajo language to create an unbreakable code.

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What was the significance of the Japanese breaking American codes?

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It highlighted the need for a secure communication method, leading to the use of the Navajo language.

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What is the central idea of the article about the Code Talkers?

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The Navajo language, despite being prohibited in schools, became a crucial tool for the U.S. in defeating Japan.

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What inference can be made about Nez's feelings during the war?

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He likely felt a sense of duty but also sadness for not being able to share his experiences with his family.

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What role did the Navajo language play in World War II?

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It served as a secret weapon for communication, aiding the U.S. forces in their efforts.

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What does the term 'code' mean in the context of the Code Talkers?

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A system of words or symbols used to represent letters or numbers for secure communication.