Pearl Harbor Soldier Joe Lockhard Receives Distinguished Service Medal

The transcript details the story of Joe, who received a Distinguished Service Medal, and his family's pride in his achievements. Joe's father recounts his son's actions during the Pearl Harbor attack, where Joe gave an unheeded warning of the incoming attack. Joe's own reaction to the events and his subsequent promotion to Staff Sergeant are shared through a letter read by his mother. The transcript concludes with Joe's girlfriend expressing her deep affection and admiration for him.

What was the reaction of Joe's family upon hearing about his Distinguished Service Medal?

• They were indifferent.

• They were filled with pride.

• They were disappointed.

• They were confused.

What role did Joe's father, George Lockhart, have during the war?

• He was a pilot.

• He worked in a wartime motor assembly plant.

• He was a naval officer.

• He was a medic.

What significant event did Joe witness on December 7th at Pearl Harbor?

• A training exercise.

• A military parade.

• The first warning of an incoming attack.

• The signing of a peace treaty.

How did Joe describe his promotion in the letter read by his mother?

• As a temporary position.

• As a small step.

• As an expected change.

• As a big jump from private.

How does the girl Joe left behind describe him?

• As a friend, brother, teacher, and sweetheart.

• As a rival.

• As a distant acquaintance.

• As a stranger.