General Douglas MacArthur Arrives In New Guinea

General Douglas MacArthur Arrives In New Guinea

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The video covers General Douglas MacArthur's arrival at Port Moresby, highlighting his strategic role in the war. It describes the construction of a military roadway by Allied engineers and the subsequent war conferences aimed at countering Japanese forces. The video also honors Burn Hoglund for his bravery and discusses the involvement of New Guinea natives in the war effort. It concludes by emphasizing the global impact of the war and the strategic maneuvers led by General MacArthur.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the prominent military leader mentioned at the beginning of the video?

General Bernard Montgomery

General George S. Patton

General Douglas MacArthur

General Dwight D. Eisenhower

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the military roadway mentioned in the video?

To connect major cities in Australia

To facilitate the movement of troops and supplies

To serve as a tourist attraction

To act as a border between territories

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recognition was given to the journalist who survived in the New Guinea wilderness?

Bronze Star

Silver Star

Purple Heart

Medal of Honor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did the journalist spend wandering in the New Guinea wilderness?

60 days

50 days

43 days

30 days

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of New Guinea natives to the global conflict?

They fully understood the situation

They were indifferent to the war

They did not yet comprehend the global struggle

They actively resisted the Allied forces