Pres. Harry Truman awards 'Young American' awards to US children

Pres. Harry Truman awards 'Young American' awards to US children

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4th - 5th Grade

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In a ceremony at the White House Rose Garden, three young Americans were awarded the first Young American medals for bravery and service. Margaret Galassi, a 16-year-old, saved seven children from a fire. Parker Edward Stratt, a 10-year-old, rescued a girl from an alligator. Stuart Oberg, a 17-year-old, was recognized for his civil defense work. The awards, established by the 81st Congress, honor their bravery and service, with a memorable visit to the president.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the medal awarding ceremony take place?

In the Oval Office

In the Capitol Building

At the Lincoln Memorial

In the Rose Garden of the White House

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What heroic act did Margaret Galassi perform?

Saved a dog from a well

Stopped a bank robbery

Rescued seven children from a fire

Saved a child from drowning

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What dangerous animal did the Florida lad save a girl from?

An alligator

A snake

A bear

A wolf

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Stuart Oberg recognized for?

His sports accomplishments

His musical talent

His civil defense work

His academic achievements

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who established the Young American medals?

The 80th Congress

The 81st Congress

The 82nd Congress

The 83rd Congress