David Binney Putnam arrives in San Francisco to join the search for Amelia Earhart Putnam

David Binney Putnam arrives in San Francisco to join the search for Amelia Earhart Putnam

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9th - 10th Grade

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David Benny Putnam, the 24-year-old son of George Palmer Putnam, is prepared to assist his father in the search for Amelia Earhart Putnam. During this challenging time, George Palmer Putnam is eager to have his son by his side as the Navy intensifies its search for the missing aviatrix. The world remains hopeful for her safety and wishes for the relief of those who care for her.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is David Benny Putnam?

A famous aviator

The son of George Palmer Putnam

A Navy officer

Amelia Earhart's brother

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is David Benny Putnam ready to do?

Write a book

Help his father in the search for Amelia Earhart

Fly a plane

Join the Navy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was George Palmer Putnam anxious?

He lost his job

He was worried about his son

He wanted his son to be with him during the search

He was planning a new expedition

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the world hoping for regarding Amelia Earhart?

That she would be found safe

That she would win a race

That she would return to teaching

That she would break a record

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Navy doing during this time?

Searching for the lost aviatrix

Conducting a training exercise

Building new ships

Preparing for a battle