Exploring the Bay of Pigs Invasion

The transcript details the events leading up to and including the Bay of Pigs invasion. It begins with Batista fleeing Cuba, paving the way for Castro's rise and subsequent reforms. The U.S., under Eisenhower and later Kennedy, plans an invasion to overthrow Castro, relying on Cuban exiles. However, leaks and poor planning lead to a failed invasion at the Bay of Pigs, marking a significant Cold War event.

Who fled Cuba for the Dominican Republic, taking with him a significant amount of money?

• Fidel Castro

• Che Guevara

• Fulgencio Batista

• Raul Castro

What major reform did Fidel Castro begin almost immediately after taking power?

• Military reforms

• Educational reforms

• Economic and agrarian reforms

• Healthcare reforms

What was the name of the brigade trained to invade Cuba?

• Brigada 2308

• Brigada 2407

• Brigada 2605

• Brigada 2506

Which plan did President Kennedy ultimately approve for the invasion?

• The Trinidad Plan

• The Havana Plan

• The Zapata Plan

• The Santiago Plan

On what date did the Bay of Pigs Invasion officially begin?

• April 15, 1961

• April 17, 1961

• April 20, 1961

• April 19, 1961

What was a significant factor in the failure of the Bay of Pigs Invasion?

• Lack of air cover

• Overwhelming support for Castro in Cuba

• The strength of the Cuban military

• All of the above

How did Fidel Castro respond to the impending invasion?

• He negotiated peace

• He fled Cuba

• He surrendered to the U.S.

• He mobilized over 60,000 militia troops

What was the outcome for the invading Brigade 2506?

• They joined forces with Castro

• They successfully overthrew Castro

• They were defeated and taken as prisoners of war

• They retreated without casualties