Escape from the Maze Prison

Escape from the Maze Prison

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

FREE Resource

The video explores the notorious Maze Prison in Northern Ireland during the 1980s, focusing on the escape attempt by IRA prisoners. It details the harsh conditions, the motivations of key prisoners like Jerry Kelly and Bick McFarland, and the elaborate escape plan led by Bobby Story. Despite their efforts, the escape was only partially successful, leading to recapture and significant consequences. The video concludes with the eventual closure of the prison and its role in the peace process.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for the harsh conditions in the Maze Prison?

It was located in a remote area.

It was a newly built facility.

It housed prisoners involved in the Troubles.

It was a Victorian dungeon.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the main individuals planning the escape from the Maze?

Brendan 'Bick' McFarland and Bobby Story

Jerry Kelly and Brendan 'Bick' McFarland

Jerry Kelly and a British guard

Bobby Story and Jerry Kelly

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the key strategy used by the prisoners to gain access to restricted areas?

Bribing the guards

Cultivating friendships with the guards

Disguising themselves as guards

Using force to overpower the guards

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of Bobby Story in the escape plan?

He was the leader elected by the committee.

He was a guard who helped the prisoners.

He was the mastermind behind the escape.

He was a prisoner who refused to participate.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the signal to start the escape?

Yelling 'bumper'

A gunshot

A whistle blow

A secret handshake

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the prisoners plan to leave the Maze unnoticed?

By digging a tunnel

By flying a helicopter

By disguising as visitors

By commandeering a delivery truck

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the escape attempt?

The escape led to a peaceful resolution.

Some prisoners escaped, but many were recaptured.

The escape was thwarted immediately.

All prisoners successfully escaped.

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