Virginia Hall: The Most Feared Allied Spy

Virginia Hall: The Most Feared Allied Spy

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, World Languages

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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Virginia Hall, an American spy in WWII, overcame the loss of her leg to become a key figure in the French resistance. Despite the Gestapo's efforts to capture her, she escaped to Spain and later returned to France to aid the Allies. Her efforts were crucial in the success of D-Day operations, and she was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for her bravery.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant challenge did Virginia Hall overcome early in her life?

She lost her leg in a hunting accident.

She was unable to speak French.

She was denied entry into the army.

She was captured by the Gestapo.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Virginia Hall initially contribute to the war effort?

By serving as an ambulance driver for the French army.

By joining the American army.

By working as a nurse in a hospital.

By working in a factory producing weapons.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Virginia Hall's nickname given by the Gestapo?

The Secret Spy

The Limping Lady

The Invisible Woman

The Silent Shadow

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Virginia Hall escape to Spain?

By flying in a small plane.

By driving through the countryside.

By walking through the Pyrenees mountains.

By sailing across the Mediterranean Sea.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What disguise did Virginia Hall use upon returning to France?

A young school teacher

An elderly milkmaid

A male soldier

A wealthy aristocrat

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Virginia Hall play in the French resistance?

She was a radio operator.

She was a translator.

She was a cook for the soldiers.

She coordinated resistance fighters.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant actions did Hall's team take on D-Day?

They rescued allied prisoners.

They infiltrated a Nazi base.

They captured a Nazi general.

They destroyed four bridges and derailed trains.

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