Female Traitors' Public Head Shavings

Female Traitors' Public Head Shavings

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The video discusses the swift justice meted out to women in Normandy who collaborated with German soldiers during the occupation. It highlights the long-lasting shame and punishment these women face as a result of their actions, which are documented in films showing the consequences for female collaborators across liberated Europe.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for the swift justice in Normandy?

The women were political leaders.

The women were involved in theft.

The women collaborated with German soldiers.

The women were spies for the Allies.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the French people react to the collaborators after the occupation?

They welcomed them back with open arms.

They celebrated their bravery.

They ignored their past actions.

They had long memories and sought justice.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the public's role in the punishment of the collaborators?

They actively participated in the shaming.

They were indifferent to the punishments.

They protested against the punishments.

They were unaware of the punishments.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What symbolized the punishment that the women had to endure?

A badge of honor.

A certificate of collaboration.

A badge of shame and sorrow.

A medal of bravery.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the long-term impact of the punishment on the women?

They were celebrated as heroes.

They were forgotten quickly.

They were mocked for their actions.

They were pardoned immediately.