Anatole Deibler with guillotine van at railroad

Anatole Deibler with guillotine van at railroad

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Social Studies, History

11th Grade - University

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The transcript discusses the execution practices in France, focusing on the guillotine, often referred to as 'the widow.' It describes the guillotine's transportation in a long black wagon, which is recognized throughout the country. The narrative follows the journey of the guillotine on business trips, emphasizing the care taken to ensure its safe transport and proper coupling to the right train.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the cost associated with each execution in France as mentioned in the video?

$250.00

$200.00

$150.00

$100.00

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What nickname do the French give to the guillotine?

The Executioner

The Judge

The Reaper

The Widow

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the guillotine transported across France?

By road

By sea

By air

By train

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of following the guillotine through the freight yards?

To make sure it is safely locked inside

To count the number of executions

To ensure it is polished

To check its sharpness

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the executioner ensure about the guillotine's train car?

It is decorated with flowers

It is filled with passengers

It is coupled to the right train

It is painted black