World War II: The Pacific War and Hiroshima

What was the strategic dilemma faced by the U.S. before deciding to use the atomic bomb on Japan?

• Negotiate peace without any further action

• Continue with conventional warfare

• Use a secret weapon or invade with a million troops

• Strengthen defenses in the Pacific

What was the immediate consequence of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima?

• Destruction of military bases only

• Immediate Japanese surrender

• Massive civilian casualties and city destruction

• Minimal impact on Hiroshima's infrastructure

How did Howard Kakida describe his experience during the Hiroshima bombing?

• He was knocked out and found himself under debris

• He helped others immediately after the explosion

• He witnessed the explosion from a safe distance

• He was away from the city

What long-term effect did the radiation from the Hiroshima bomb have on Howard Kakida and his brother?

• They moved away from Japan immediately

• They both lost their hair and suffered from cancer

• They became advocates for peace and disarmament

• They were physically unharmed but suffered psychologically

What is the meaning of 'hibakusha'?

• A person affected by an explosion

• A Japanese term for 'hero'

• A survivor of the Hiroshima bombing

• A historical term for Japanese soldiers

What is the primary fear expressed by the hibakusha regarding nuclear weapons?

• They may be used in future wars

• They cause long-term environmental damage

• A mistake could lead to global catastrophe

• They are ineffective in modern warfare

What do the hibakusha hope to prevent through their advocacy?

• Misunderstandings about the effects of radiation

• Government secrecy about weapon development

• The occurrence of another nuclear bombing

• The construction of more nuclear weapons

According to the narrative, what psychological impact did the Hiroshima bombing have on Howard Kakida's brother?

• He became a vocal advocate for peace

• He never spoke about the incident

• He wrote a book about his experiences

• He returned to Hiroshima to help rebuild