SCORCHED EARTH AT HUNGNAM

SCORCHED EARTH AT HUNGNAM

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers the untold story of the Korean War, focusing on the evacuation at Hongnam. It details the orderly withdrawal of United Nations troops, the implementation of a scorched earth policy to destroy military assets, and the final departure of troops from the port. The video also highlights the struggles faced by Korean civilians left behind, who experienced food shortages and local unrest.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main focus of the United Nations artillerymen during the last days at Hongnam?

To continue attacking the enemy while evacuating

To build new military bases

To provide medical aid to civilians

To negotiate peace with the enemy

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the scorched earth policy implemented by the United Nations forces?

To prevent enemy use of resources

To establish trade routes

To create new settlements

To improve local infrastructure

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the factory chimney during the evacuation?

It was repaired

It was removed

It was converted into a monument

It was used as a lookout point

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What caused a local riot after the troops were evacuated?

Bags of flour left for civilians

The distribution of weapons

The announcement of a new government

The arrival of new troops

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the condition of the Korean civilians after the evacuation?

They were in a dire situation

They were well-supplied and content

They were relocated to a new city

They were evacuated with the troops