Teens Bill and Ronnie plane spot for Civil Defense; local and state Civil Defense and Disaster Control directors Earle a

Teens Bill and Ronnie plane spot for Civil Defense; local and state Civil Defense and Disaster Control directors Earle a

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Interactive Video

History, Social Studies

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

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Teenagers William Mozak and Ronald Newman volunteer for a week-long plane spotting marathon in Park Ridge, New Jersey, as part of the ground observer corps. They take turns in two-hour shifts, supported by community-provided meals. Their efforts result in over 800 planes being reported. The boys are honored for their 181 hours of continuous service, setting an example for the nation and highlighting the need for more ground observers.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What motivated William Mozak and Ronald Newman to participate in the plane spotting marathon?

They were paid for their efforts.

They wanted to give other corps members a vacation.

They were fulfilling a school project requirement.

They were interested in aviation.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the community contribute to the boys' plane spotting efforts?

By organizing a fundraising event.

By providing them with binoculars.

By offering them free transportation.

By supplying meals from restaurants and housewives.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many planes did the boys report during their week-long vigil?

500

800

700

600

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many hours of continuous plane spotting did the boys complete?

150 hours

220 hours

181 hours

200 hours

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the boys' effort emphasize for the nation?

The need for more aviation schools.

The significance of technological advancements.

The importance of community service.

The drive for additional ground observers.