Hugh Thompson and the My Lai Massacre

What was Hugh Thompson's role in the military before he became a helicopter pilot?

• Navy CB

• Infantry soldier

• Air Force pilot

• Marine sniper

What was the primary objective of the American troops in the My Lai region?

• To capture the Viet Cong leader

• To negotiate peace with the Vietnamese

• To establish a military base

• To increase body count of enemy forces

How did Hugh Thompson and his crew initially respond to the sight of wounded civilians?

• They ignored them

• They marked the spot for medivac

• They took them as prisoners

• They provided first aid

What action did Thompson take to protect Vietnamese civilians from American soldiers?

• He called for air support

• He landed his helicopter between them

• He reported them to his superiors

• He evacuated them by boat

What was the initial response of the Army to the My Lai Massacre?

• They immediately launched an investigation

• They arrested all involved soldiers

• They reported it as a successful operation

• They apologized to the Vietnamese government

What was the outcome of the congressional inquiry into the My Lai Massacre?

• The massacre was deemed justified

• Only one officer was found guilty

• All involved were acquitted

• Thompson was punished

When was Hugh Thompson officially recognized for his actions during the My Lai Massacre?

• In 1975

• In 2006

• Immediately after the incident

• In 1998

What award did Hugh Thompson receive for his heroism?

• Medal of Honor

• Purple Heart

• Soldier's Medal

• Bronze Star

What was one of the long-term impacts of the My Lai Massacre on the Vietnam War?

• It increased support for the war

• It led to more aggressive military tactics

• It fueled the anti-war movement

• It resulted in a peace treaty

How is Hugh Thompson honored today in My Lai?

• With a small museum

• With a statue

• With a military base named after him

• With a national holiday