Three Americans in Hong Kong after being released from prison by Chinese Communist government

Three Americans in Hong Kong after being released from prison by Chinese Communist government

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Journalism, Religious Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the release of three Americans from imprisonment in Red China. Walter A. Rickett, held since 1951, confuses reporters with his admission of guilt on spy charges. Reverend Harold W. Rigney, also detained since 1951, describes solitary confinement and a forced confession. Lawrence R. Buell, captured in 1950, recounts his long solitary confinement and mental torture, expressing joy upon his release.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for Walter A. Rickett's imprisonment in Red China?

He was a tourist who overstayed his visa.

He was involved in a trade dispute.

He was accused of espionage.

He was a journalist reporting on China.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Reverend Harold W. Rigney describe his confession?

It was a result of a language barrier.

It was voluntary and truthful.

It was made under duress according to the Reds' interpretation.

It was a misunderstanding of his activities.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the length of Reverend Harold W. Rigney's sentence in Red China?

20 years

15 years

10 years

5 years

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When was Lawrence R. Buell captured by the Chinese Communists?

December 1949

March 1952

July 1951

January 1950

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Lawrence R. Buell's role when he was captured?

A military officer

A journalist

Operations manager for an airline

A diplomat