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GEORGE MEDAL FOR US AIRMAN

GEORGE MEDAL FOR US AIRMAN

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video features a report by Lionel Gamlin on the presentation of the George Medal to American Airman Rice Lemming by Sir David Maxwell Fyfe at the Home Office. The award was given in recognition of Lemming's heroic efforts during the floods near Hunstanton, Norfolk, where he rescued 27 people despite being a non-swimmer. His bravery and dedication were acknowledged as a sign of gratitude from the people of the UK.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who reported the event of the George Medal presentation?

Lionel Gamlin

Rice Lemming

David Maxwell Fyfe

Her Majesty the Queen

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who presented the George Medal to Airman Rice Lemming?

A senior officer

The Queen

Lionel Gamlin

Sir David Maxwell Fyfe

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Sir David Maxwell Fyfe hope Airman Lemming would consider the award as?

A personal achievement

A sign of gratitude from the British people

A token of friendship

A symbol of bravery

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for awarding Airman Lemming the George Medal?

His contribution to aviation

His service in the military

His bravery during the floods in Norfolk

His diplomatic efforts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people did Airman Lemming rescue during the floods?

50

30

15

27

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