Final Escape Challenge

Who took over as the leader of the USAFFE upon MacArthur’s departure to Australia and ended up surrendering Corregidor on May 7, 1942?

• Jonathan Wainwright

• Jose P. Laurel

• Edward King

• Jose B. Vargas

What strategic decisions contributed to the Fall of Bataan?

• High morale and confidence in victory.

• Overreliance on air support and strong fortifications.

• Underestimation of enemy strength and inadequate supply lines.

• Effective communication and coordination among troops.

What was the Bataan Death March and why did it happen?

• A celebration of the victory in the Battle of Bataan.

• A peaceful retreat of soldiers to safety after the battle.

• A humanitarian effort to aid wounded soldiers during the war.

• The Bataan Death March was a forced march of prisoners of war by the Japanese army after the Battle of Bataan in 1942.

How did soldiers and civilians cope with the hardships during the march?

• They shared resources, formed support networks, and relied on resilience.

• They abandoned their belongings and fled the area.

• They relied solely on government aid and supplies.

• They ignored the challenges and continued without help.

Which is NOT a reason why the Americans decided to surrender Bataan and then Corregidor?

• Overwhelming Forces: American and Filipino forces were outnumbered and outgunned.

• Lack of Supplies: The defenders were severely lacking in food, ammunition, and medical supplies.

• Decline in Morale: The prolonged siege and harsh conditions had taken a toll on their health.

• Strategic Decision: General Douglas MacArthur believed that the Philippines was a lost cause and it was wiser to set up a different base in Asia altogether.

Why did the Japanese make the American and Filipino prisoners of war (POWs) march?

• They want to show off the Japanese dominance over Asia.

• They wanted to lessen the number of prisoners to guard.

• They were not prepared to transport that many prisoners of war.

• They had planned this torture tactic to boast of their strength.

How can we show empathy towards the experiences of the Bataan survivors?

• Listen, acknowledge, honor, and support.

• Focus only on historical facts

• Dismiss their feelings

• Ignore their stories