Flying Tigers in China in 1942

Claire Chennault, a Louisiana school teacher, organized a group of American pilots known as the Flying Tigers under the Chinese government's instructions. These pilots, paid $500 a month plus bonuses, were tasked with fighting a numerically superior enemy.

Who was Claire Chennault?

• A Japanese pilot

• A Louisiana school teacher

• A Chinese government official

• A British soldier

What was the unofficial name of the unit organized by Claire Chennault?

• The Soaring Falcons

• The Sky Warriors

• The Air Eagles

• The Flying Tigers

What was the monthly salary offered to the pilots in the Flying Tigers?

• $1000

• $500

• $750

• $250

What was the main challenge faced by the Flying Tigers?

• Poor weather conditions

• Numerically superior enemy

• Insufficient training

• Lack of aircraft

What was the task of the Flying Tigers?

• To train new pilots

• To conduct reconnaissance missions

• To battle a numerically superior enemy

• To transport supplies