1944: PACIFIC THEATER

Army engineers worked on constructing an airstrip on an island, facing challenges such as enemy sniper fire. The new airstrip was strategically important as it provided a second bomber strip in Palau, reducing traffic on the existing strip. Construction continued even at night, with safety measures in place to ensure quick response to alerts.

What was the primary task of the army engineers on the island?

• Setting up a communication tower

• Building a hospital

• Establishing a naval base

• Constructing an airstrip

What challenge did the engineers face while clearing the area for construction?

• Wild animals

• Lack of equipment

• Enemy sniper fire

• Heavy rainfall

How did the new airstrip impact the existing Palau Strip?

• It had no impact on the Palau Strip

• It reduced traffic on the Palau Strip

• It increased traffic on the Palau Strip

• It closed the Palau Strip

What was the role of the GI in charge of the lights during nighttime construction?

• To turn off the lights if an alert was sounded

• To install new lights

• To guard the lights

• To repair the lights

What was the purpose of continuing construction after dark?

• To take advantage of cooler temperatures

• To ensure continuous progress despite challenges

• To avoid enemy detection

• To complete the project ahead of schedule