Birthday Celebration For FDR With March of Dimes Charity Drive

The video highlights a nationwide campaign celebrating the president's 60th birthday, focusing on raising funds for a healing initiative. Mrs. Roosevelt visits a hospital to support medical efforts against disease. An inspiring story of a swimming champion overcoming paralysis is shared, emphasizing the importance of fighting the condition. The motion picture industry also plays a significant role in promoting the campaign.

What was the purpose of the national campaign mentioned in the video?

• To celebrate the president's birthday with a parade

• To convert dimes into dollars for a healing cause

• To promote a new movie release

• To organize a national sports event

What did Mrs. Roosevelt witness during her hospital visit?

• The fight against a dreadful disease

• A new medical invention

• A sports competition

• A political rally

How did the West Coast swimming champion overcome their physical challenges?

• By writing a book

• Through swimming and roller skating

• Through meditation

• By taking up painting

What sport did the champion take up after being unable to swim?

• Roller skating

• Cycling

• Running

• Basketball

What role did the motion picture industry play in the campaign?

• They hosted a charity concert

• They produced a documentary

• They highlighted their role in a newsreel

• They organized a film festival