Most Dangerous Island Prisons In History

Most Dangerous Island Prisons In History

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History, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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Koiba Island, once a notorious penal colony in Panama, housed political prisoners and criminals under harsh conditions, including torture and abuse. The island's unique ecosystem developed in isolation, featuring diverse wildlife. Paranormal activities and modern threats like poaching and drug trafficking add to its mystique. Despite its closure in 2004, Koiba Island remains a site of interest for its history and biodiversity.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for the establishment of Koiba Island as a penal colony?

To serve as a tourist attraction

To house Panama's most dangerous criminals and political prisoners

To conduct scientific research

To protect endangered species

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which dictatorships did prisoners start disappearing en masse on Koiba Island?

Fidel Castro and Che Guevara

Omar Torrijos and Manuel Noriega

Juan Perón and Eva Perón

Augusto Pinochet and Hugo Chávez

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What psychological torment did the guards on Koiba Island inflict on prisoners?

Forced them to watch horror movies

Staged mock firing squads

Made them listen to loud music

Locked them in dark rooms

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a common job for prisoners on Koiba Island?

Cooking

Teaching

Writing

Farming and landscaping

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the guards dispose of deceased prisoners if they didn't bury them?

Sent them back to the mainland

Fed them to sharks

Burned them

Left them in the jungle

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Koiba Island is made up of untouched forest?

50%

60%

70%

80%

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique ecological feature was discovered on Koiba Island?

A new species of bird

A thriving coral reef

A large desert

A volcanic crater

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