Empty Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, CA, in 1950s

Empty Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, CA, in 1950s

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History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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The transcript describes a nostalgic visit to a traditional sports site, now quiet and empty due to the impact of World War II. The U.S. military canceled West Coast sports events after the Pearl Harbor attack, fearing enemy proximity to the Pacific shore.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the traditional site known for?

A place for political gatherings

A venue for music concerts

A historical museum

A traditional football site

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What major event had occurred less than a month before the described changes?

The beginning of the Great Depression

The end of World War II

The attack on Pearl Harbor

The signing of a peace treaty

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were sports gatherings on the West Coast canceled?

To prevent enemy attacks

To promote other activities

Because of financial issues

Due to a lack of interest

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the military's stance on public gatherings during this period?

They organized new events

They decreed cancellations

They were indifferent

They encouraged more gatherings

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the potential threat mentioned in the final section?

Economic collapse

Political unrest

Natural disasters

Enemy proximity to the Pacific shore