The Unbreakable Code Flashcard

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Who were the code talkers in The Unbreakable Code?

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Navajo Native Americans

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Why did the Navajos have to wear a blindfold when they were learning about radios?

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So they could fix them at night without light.

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Why didn’t Grandfather tell John about the fighting?

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The memories made him too sad.

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What is the name of the code used in The Unbreakable Code?

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Navajo code.

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In which war is The Unbreakable Code set?

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World War II.

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What is a code talker?

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A person who uses a language to send secret messages.

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What language did the Navajo code talkers use?

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Navajo language.

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Why was the Navajo code important during World War II?

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It was unbreakable and helped secure military communications.

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What does 'unbreakable code' mean?

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A code that cannot be easily deciphered or understood by others.

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What role did the Navajo play in the military during World War II?

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They served as code talkers to transmit messages.