British Schoolchildren Evacuees At An American School

During WWII, 23 English children were brought to America by the Marshall Field Committee to escape the London Blitz. Meanwhile, 320 evacuee children heading to Canada were rescued after their ship was torpedoed by a Nazi U-boat. All were saved and continued their journey. In America, the evacuees experienced recess and baseball, with plans to bring more children to safety if time allows.

What was the primary focus of the English children relocated by the Marshall Field Committee?

• Exploring the new land

• Participating in sports

• Focusing on their studies

• Learning to play baseball

What happened to the ship carrying 320 evacuee children to Canada?

• It was redirected to America

• It was attacked by a Nazi U-boat

• It reached Canada safely

• It was delayed due to weather

How did the children react after being rescued from the torpedoed ship?

• They were frightened and refused to travel again

• They were indifferent to the situation

• They decided to return to England

• They were optimistic and ready to continue their journey

What activity did the evacuee children try during their recess in America?

• Playing soccer

• Attending art classes

• Learning to swim

• Playing baseball

What future plans were mentioned regarding the English children?

• Sending them to Australia

• Returning them to England

• Enrolling them in American schools

• Bringing more children to America