1917 Movie Questions

What was the purpose of the mission given to soldiers, Blake and Schofield?

• To deliver a message to call off an attack

• To rescue a captured general

• To gather intelligence behind enemy lines

• To sabotage enemy supplies

Why was the mission so important?

• It was a routine mission.

• Failure to deliver could result in an ambush

• It was a failed mission.

• Blake's brother was dying

Which of the following were problems they had to encounter on the way to complete the mission?

• Gunfire by the enemy

• A German soldier attack

• Lack of communications

• A collapse of the sleeping area

Which of the following are differences in the British and German trenches?

• a) British trenches were basic, German trenches were more fortified.

• b) British trenches were deeper, German trenches were more shallow.

• c) British trenches were temporary, German trenches were permanent.

• d) British trenches were more fortified, German trenches were more comfortable.

What did Schofield find on the farm, before Blake died, that would help him later in the ruins of Ecoust? (The French town where he fought in the dark)

• A map

• Pictures of Blake's family

• Milk

• A compass

What was the significance of the Cherry blossoms in the river when Schofield was floating downstream?

• Reminded Schofield of his fallen partner

• They represented the beauty of nature.

• They were a sign of hope and renewal.

• They indicated the arrival of spring.

Why, do you think, the British officer told Schofield to make sure he told Colonel McKenzie about calling off the attack in the presence of someone else?

• To ensure there is a witness to the order

• To make Schofield more confident

• To confuse Colonel McKenzie

• To delay the attack

Colonel McKenzie was hesitant to call off the attack because:

• He believed new orders would come next week changing their minds

• He had no means of communication.

• He was stubborn and "liked to fight"

• The attack has already begun

Where did Schofield find Blake's brother?

• In the infirmary or hospital area.

• In a bunker

• He didn't find him. He had already left for attack.

• In the eating compound

What does the term 'stalemate' refer to in a military context?

• A deadlock where neither side is able to defeat the other

• A rapid victory in battle

• A strategic retreat

• An overwhelming defeat