World War II POW Camps in the U.S.

How many prisoners of war were held in the U.S. during World War II?

• 200,000

• 400,000

• 600,000

• 800,000

What strategy did the German Army use at the beginning of World War II?

• Trench Warfare

• Guerrilla Warfare

• Blitzkrieg

• Naval Blockade

Why did the United States agree to take in POWs during World War II?

• After the attack on Pearl Harbor

• To gain military intelligence

• Due to a shortage of labor

• To support the Axis powers

What was one of the amenities provided to POWs in U.S. camps?

• Private rooms

• Personal vehicles

• Regular hot meals

• Access to the internet

Which organization was allowed to inspect the POW camps in the U.S.?

• The Red Cross

• The United Nations

• The World Health Organization

• The International Monetary Fund

How did POWs contribute to the U.S. economy during the war?

• By investing in the stock market

• By working on farms and in factories

• By starting their own businesses

• By donating money to the government

Approximately how many POWs attempted to escape from U.S. camps?

• 500

• 1,000

• 2,000

• 3,000

What was the general sentiment of former POWs about their treatment in U.S. camps?

• Positive

• Neutral

• Indifferent

• Negative

What international agreement was updated in 1949 regarding POW treatment?

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The Geneva Convention

• The Paris Peace Accords

• The Yalta Agreement

What challenge do countries face today regarding the treatment of POWs?

• Cultural differences

• Technological advancements

• International scrutiny

• Lack of resources