Christmas Truce of 1914

On Christmas Eve, Allied soldiers are surprised to hear German soldiers singing 'Silent Night.' Initially cautious, soldiers from both sides meet in No Man's Land, exchanging greetings and forming temporary friendships. Despite the shared misery and camaraderie, the fear of treason and punishment looms, leading most soldiers to resume fighting. The emotional challenge of returning to combat after celebrating together is highlighted.

What song did the German soldiers sing that surprised the Allied soldiers on Christmas Eve?

• O Holy Night

• Silent Night

• Jingle Bells

• Deck the Halls

How did the British soldiers initially react to the German soldiers' singing?

• They ignored it

• They joined in the singing

• They retreated

• They fired shots

What was the initial reaction of soldiers when they met in No Man's Land?

• They were hostile

• They immediately became friends

• They ignored each other

• They were afraid

What did the soldiers do after shaking hands?

• They sang more songs

• They started fighting

• They returned to their trenches

• They exchanged gifts

What realization did soldiers on both sides come to by Christmas 1914?

• They were winning the war

• They shared the same hardships

• They were about to be rescued

• They had superior weapons

What was the potential consequence of fraternizing with the enemy?

• Promotion

• Being sent home

• Receiving a medal

• Court martial and execution

What did soldiers fear as they went to sleep after the truce?

• An enemy attack

• A change in leadership

• Renewed fighting

• A continued truce

What was the main reason soldiers returned to fighting after the truce?

• They ran out of food

• They were bored

• They wanted to win the war

• They were ordered by their officers

How did soldiers feel about resuming combat after the truce?

• Eager

• Indifferent

• Excited

• Reluctant

What action marked the end of the truce?

• A change in weather

• A surprise attack

• An officer's command

• A new peace treaty