American Soldiers Sent to Fake Concentration Camp As War Game

American Soldiers Sent to Fake Concentration Camp As War Game

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History, Social Studies, Moral Science

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the capture of concentration camps and the experiences of American soldiers, referred to as 'Yanks', who encountered the harsh realities of Nazi-inflicted suffering, known as weltschmerz. It highlights the grim lessons learned from carelessness and describes the soldiers' brief stay in a prison referred to as Shickel Gruber's pokey. The video concludes with the soldiers' inability to stomach the horrific sights they witnessed, showcasing their reactions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction of the Yanks upon capturing the concentration camps?

They were indifferent to the situation.

They were unaware of the camp's significance.

They were shocked by the Nazi-inflicted suffering.

They were pleased with their victory.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'weltschmerz' refer to in the context of the Yanks' experience?

A sense of world-weariness and despair.

A feeling of joy and happiness.

A moment of triumph and victory.

A state of confusion and chaos.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What lesson did the Yanks learn about carelessness?

That it can result in facing harsh realities.

That it is a sign of strength.

That it leads to success.

That it has no consequences.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Yanks' reaction to their stay in Shickel Gruber's prison?

They were indifferent to the conditions.

They couldn't handle the sight of the atrocities.

They found it comfortable.

They enjoyed their time there.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Yanks express their inability to stomach the sight of the atrocities?

They were silent about it.

They showed visible discomfort.

They ignored it.

They laughed it off.