Camp Century and Project Iceworm Quiz

Why was Greenland chosen as the location for Camp Century during the Cold War?

• It was a densely populated area.

• It was halfway between New York and Moscow.

• It had a warm climate suitable for military operations.

• It was close to the Soviet Union's borders.

What was the hidden agenda behind the establishment of Camp Century?

• To establish a new trade route between the US and Europe.

• To hide and potentially launch nuclear weapons.

• To create a tourist attraction in Greenland.

• To conduct scientific research on ice.

What was the primary purpose of the portable nuclear reactor at Camp Century?

• To serve as a backup power source for the US military.

• To test new nuclear technologies for civilian use.

• To power nearby cities.

• To provide energy for the camp, making it self-sufficient.

What major issue did scientists discover about the Greenland ice cap that affected Camp Century?

• The ice cap moved, causing structural instability.

• The ice cap was too thin to support heavy structures.

• The ice cap was too stable for construction.

• The ice cap was melting rapidly due to climate change.

By what year was Camp Century considered unlivable, leading to its closure?

• 1964

• 1962

• 1960

• 1966