Allied Holiday In Africa

The transcript describes soldiers' ability to relax and solve problems on the battlefield, using Yankee ingenuity for tasks like washing clothes. It contrasts North African beaches with those in the US and highlights resourcefulness in making a cake with limited ingredients, involving an Italian prisoner of war.

What is the role of 'Mr. Fix it' on the battlefield?

• To provide medical assistance

• To supply weapons

• To offer combat training

• To fix soldiers' radios

Why is money not considered valuable on the battlefield?

• Because everything is free

• Because bartering with food or cigarettes is preferred

• Because there are no shops

• Because soldiers are paid in gold

How do soldiers manage to wash clothes efficiently?

• By sending them back home

• By using soap in a bucket and a machine

• By hiring local help

• By using a washing machine

What is the main difference between North Africa and places like California or Florida, according to the transcript?

• There are more tourists

• The food is different

• The beaches have added elements

• The climate is colder

How do soldiers plan to bake a cake on the battlefield?

• By asking an Italian POW for help

• By using a local bakery

• By using a portable oven

• By ordering from a nearby town