Understanding the Cuban Exodus: The Pedro Pan Operation

What year did Fidel Castro come into power in Cuba?

• 1961

• 1965

• 1959

• 1955

Which type of regime did Cuba transform into after the revolution?

• Monarchic

• Authoritarian

• Democratic

• Federal

What was the purpose of the committees for the defense of the Revolution?

• Organize parties

• Report anti-revolutionary activities

• Promote tourism

• Support agricultural development

What law nationalized all privately owned residential rental real estate in Cuba?

• Travel Reform Law

• Urban Reform Law

• Agrarian Reform Law

• Educational Reform Law

What did the Cuban government require from Cubans wishing to travel abroad?

• Passport only

• Visa only

• No requirements

• Written permission from the government

What was the main effect of the Urban Reform Law?

• Increased urban development

• Privatization of urban properties

• Nationalization of residential rental real estate

• Decreased housing costs

What was the main goal of the literacy campaign initiated by the Cuban government?

• Increase tourism

• Teach political doctrines

• Promote healthcare

• Support international relations

Who was primarily responsible for helping Cuban children escape to the USA during Operation Pedro Pan?

• Abraham Ribicoff

• George Wash

• Brian Walsh

• James Baker

What was the main reason parents sent their children out of Cuba during the Pedro Pan operation?

• For vacation

• To escape government oppression

• For better education

• For medical treatment

Who collaborated with James Baker to facilitate the escape of Cuban children to the USA?

• Father Brian Walsh

• George Wash

• Abraham Ribicoff

• None of the above