Eugenics Movement Quiz

What was the main idea behind the eugenics movement as described in the document?

• Improving human intelligence

• Improving the human race

• Improving economic conditions

• Improving technological advancements

What method was commonly used in the United States as a form of eugenics?

• Genetic engineering

• Lethal chamber

• Vaccination

• Education reform

Which book co-authored by Eugenicists promoted the idea of 'Lethal Selection'?

• Origin of Species

• Applied Eugenics

• The Descent of Man

• Hereditary Genius

What was the role of American eugenicists in Nazi Germany?

• They provided a scientific roadmap for eugenics.

• They opposed Nazi ideologies.

• They were unaware of Nazi activities.

• They actively fought against eugenics.

What did Hitler write to American eugenicists about?

• His admiration for their work

• His plans for world domination

• His economic policies

• His military strategies

What did Nazi doctors become in Hitler's war against the Jews?

• Unseen generals

• Political advisors

• Economic strategists

• Military commanders

What did California eugenicists do in support of Nazi propaganda?

• Republished Nazi propaganda

• Opposed Nazi ideologies

• Ignored Nazi activities

• Fought against eugenics

What did Joseph DeJarnette observe about Germany in 1934?

• "The Germans are beating us at our own game."

• "The Germans are falling behind."

• "The Germans are unaware of eugenics."

• "The Germans are opposing eugenics."

What was Josef Mengele's role at Auschwitz?

• He was a camp physician

• He was a camp guard

• He was a cook

• He was a translator

What happened to eugenics after the war?

• It was celebrated as a great achievement

• It was declared a crime against humanity

• It was expanded globally

• It was forgotten