Sweet relief, the story of the berlin candy bomber

Sweet relief, the story of the berlin candy bomber

Assessment

Interactive Video

11th Grade - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video tells the story of Gail Halverson, known as the Berlin Candy Bomber, who during the Berlin Airlift, decided to drop candy to children in Berlin. Inspired by the children's generosity, he began dropping candy from his plane, which became a symbol of hope and kindness. His actions turned into a large-scale operation, delivering 23 tons of chocolate. Gail's legacy continues, and he still enjoys chocolate today.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of the US and Allies' airlift to Berlin?

To establish a new government

To provide food and prevent starvation

To evacuate citizens

To deliver military supplies

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What nickname did GAIL Halverson earn for his actions during the Berlin Airlift?

The Berlin Candy Bomber

The Sweet Aviator

The Sugar Flyer

The Chocolate Pilot

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired GAIL Halverson to start dropping candy from his plane?

A newspaper article

The children's generosity with gum wrappers

A request from the military

A suggestion from his co-pilot

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the children know which plane was GAIL Halverson's?

He painted his plane a different color

He flew at a lower altitude

He wiggled the wings of his plane

He used a special horn

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much candy did GAIL Halverson eventually drop over Berlin?

23 tons

5 tons

10 tons

15 tons