Spitsbergen Troops Destroy Radio Communications With Explosives

Spitsbergen Troops Destroy Radio Communications With Explosives

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The video discusses how German mining experts transmitted crucial weather data to Berlin, which was used to guide bombers to Britain during wartime. However, the Canadians intervened by arranging a forecast that included unexpected hot blasts and sudden downpours, impacting the operations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group was responsible for sending weather data to Berlin?

British scientists

German mining experts

American engineers

Canadian meteorologists

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the weather data sent by German mining experts?

To predict natural disasters

To guide bombers to Britain

To improve communication systems

To assist in agricultural planning

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of the weather data on military operations?

It improved naval navigation

It guided bombers to Britain

It enhanced ground troop movements

It facilitated air reconnaissance

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who altered the weather forecast to disrupt the German plans?

The British

The Americans

The Canadians

The French

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unexpected weather conditions did the Canadians create?

Snowstorms and fog

Hot blasts and sudden downpour

Hurricanes and tornadoes

Clear skies and calm winds