Presidential Candidates Campaign In Iowa

Presidential Candidates Campaign In Iowa

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The speaker reflects on their journey from taking an oath to defend the Constitution to serving as a Marine in Vietnam. They recount the intense battles and significant casualties during the Vietnam War, comparing them to more recent conflicts. A poignant moment is shared about raising the American flag in a war-torn area, symbolizing hope and purpose for the Marines.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event did the speaker experience nine years after taking an oath?

Becoming a Marine company commander

Participating in the Vietnam War

Taking the oath to support the Constitution

Raising the American flag in Vietnam

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In 1969, how did the number of American casualties in Vietnam compare to those in Iraq and Afghanistan?

Less than in Iraq and Afghanistan

Half as many as in Iraq and Afghanistan

The same as in Iraq and Afghanistan

Twice as many as in Iraq and Afghanistan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which movie made the year 1969 in Vietnam famous?

Platoon

Full Metal Jacket

Apocalypse Now

Hamburger Hill

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the speaker when a Marine raised the American flag?

In a blown-out village area in the Arizona Valley

On Hamburger Hill

In a city in Vietnam

In a Marine base camp

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the American flag being raised by a Marine?

It was a signal for reinforcements

It marked the end of the battle

It reminded the Marines of their mission

It was a tribute to fallen soldiers