Dreyfus Affair and Emile Zola

The transcript discusses the Dreyfus Affair, a significant event in French history where Alfred Dreyfus was wrongfully convicted of treason. It highlights the military's internal conflicts, the role of Emile Zola in exposing the truth, and the fraudulent activities of military officials. The affair had profound societal implications, showcasing the decay and corruption within the system.

What was Alfred Dreyfus accused of?

• High treason

• Espionage

• Mutiny

• Desertion

What does the punishment of Dreyfus demonstrate to the world?

• The power of the French government

• The strength of the French military

• The consequences for traitors

• The fairness of the French legal system

Who was assigned the responsibility of the information service?

• General Mercy

• Emile Zola

• Colonel Picquart

• General Billón

What was the main concern of the military officials regarding the Dreyfus case?

• Avoiding another similar case

• Proving Dreyfus's guilt

• Maintaining public order

• Finding the real traitor

Who was Emile Zola?

• A military general

• A government official

• A writer

• A lawyer

What did Emile Zola accuse General Billón of?

• Writing fraudulent reports

• Having proof of Dreyfus's innocence

• Destroying evidence

• Being a traitor

What did Emile Zola accuse the graphology experts of?

• Ignoring evidence

• Supporting Dreyfus

• Being biased

• Writing fraudulent reports