The Legacy of the Candy Bomber

Gail Halverson, known as the Candy Bomber, was a transport pilot during the Berlin Airlift after WWII. He dropped candy to children in Berlin, symbolizing hope and freedom. His efforts expanded into Operation Little Vittles, receiving widespread support. Halverson's legacy continues, with schools named after him and ongoing candy drops.

What nickname was given to Gail Halverson for his actions during the Berlin Airlift?

• The Sugar Flyer

• The Sweet Aviator

• The Candy Bomber

• The Chocolate Pilot

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Which countries controlled the Western half of Germany after World War II?

• United States, Soviet Union, and France

• Great Britain, Soviet Union, and France

• United States, Great Britain, and Soviet Union

• United States, Great Britain, and France

What was the primary goal of the Berlin Airlift?

• To relocate Allied troops

• To evacuate German citizens

• To supply West Berlin with necessary goods

• To transport military equipment

How often did supply planes take off and land during the Berlin Airlift?

• Every 5 minutes

• Every 10 minutes

• Every 30 seconds

• Every 1 minute

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What inspired Gail Halverson to start dropping candy to the children?

• A suggestion from a fellow pilot

• Seeing children share two sticks of gum

• A request from the military

• A letter from a child

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How did the children recognize Gail Halverson's plane?

• By the sound it made

• By its color

• By the wiggling of its wings

• By its size

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What was the name of the expanded candy drop operation?

• Operation Sugar Drop

• Operation Sweet Treats

• Operation Candy Rain

• Operation Little Vittles

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What did the children do with the candy wrappers when there was no candy left?

• Passed them around to smell

• Kept them as souvenirs

• Used them to make toys

• Threw them away

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What lesson did Gail Halverson learn from the children during the candy drops?

• The significance of education

• The need for food

• The value of freedom

• The importance of sharing

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What honor was Gail Halverson awarded by the German military?

• The Medal of Valor

• The Highest Medal of Honor

• The Distinguished Service Cross

• The Order of Merit

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