Kent State Shooting Impact and Events

The video recounts the events of May 1970 at Kent State University, where a protest against the Vietnam War led to a tragic shooting by the National Guard. The protest began as a response to the U.S. invasion of Cambodia, escalating into chaos and violence. Eyewitnesses describe the confusion and fear as the National Guard fired on unarmed students, resulting in four deaths and several injuries. The incident sparked nationwide protests and highlighted the generational divide in America.

What was the initial reason for the protest at Kent State University?

• The increase in tuition fees

• The draft for the Vietnam War

• The invasion of Cambodia during the Vietnam War

• The closure of the university

What action did the National Guard take on May 4, 1970, to disperse the protesters?

• They used tear gas

• They fired shots

• They arrested the leaders

• They negotiated with the protesters

How did the narrator describe the actions of the National Guard during the shooting?

• They were confused and chaotic

• They were calm and organized

• They were indifferent and passive

• They were friendly and helpful

What was the immediate reaction of the students after the shooting?

• They continued to protest

• They fled the scene

• They tried to help the wounded

• They confronted the National Guard

What did the students do to prevent more people from getting hurt during the chaos?

• They called the police

• They formed a human chain

• They set up barricades

• They provided first aid

What did the National Guard do after the shooting incident?

• They continued to fire shots

• They called for reinforcements

• They arrested all the protesters

• They retreated from the campus

What was the broader impact of the Kent State shooting on the United States?

• It caused a decrease in student activism

• It sparked nationwide protests

• It resulted in the closure of universities

• It led to the end of the Vietnam War

How many students were killed during the Kent State shooting?

• Two

• Four

• Eight

• Six

Which student was permanently paralyzed as a result of the shooting?

• Joseph Lewis

• John Cleary

• Dean Kahler

• Thomas Grace

What was one of the main reasons for the growing division between generations in America during this time?

• The Vietnam War and related protests

• Cultural differences

• Economic policies

• Technological advancements