Navy Convoy In Australia, General MacArthur Meets Australian and Philippine Politicians

Navy Convoy In Australia, General MacArthur Meets Australian and Philippine Politicians

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The transcript describes the arrival of American forces in Australia, led by Supreme Commander Douglas MacArthur, who is busy planning attacks. His family, including his wife and son, also arrives safely. MacArthur engages in important meetings with Australian allies, including a policy conference with Prime Minister Curtin. The transcript concludes with MacArthur's reunion with Philippine President Manuel Quezon, who was previously reported dead but is safe in Australia to establish an absentee government.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which cities in Australia saw the arrival of American convoys during WWII?

Melbourne and Sydney

Canberra and Hobart

Adelaide and Darwin

Brisbane and Perth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Under which flag was the Allied headquarters established in Australia?

British

Australian

American

Canadian

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Douglas MacArthur's role upon his arrival in Australia?

Field Marshal

Admiral

Chief of Staff

Supreme Commander

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who accompanied Mrs. MacArthur upon her arrival in Australia?

Her daughter

Her son

Her brother

Her husband

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Philippine leader did MacArthur reunite with in Australia?

Emilio Aguinaldo

Jose Laurel

Manuel Quezon

Ferdinand Marcos