FIGHT TO A FINISH SAYS COL. KNOX -

FIGHT TO A FINISH SAYS COL. KNOX -

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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The video covers the historical context of the Raja of Sarawak in 1841, followed by an address by Colonel Knox at the American Marines base in Virginia. It discusses the ethics of naval warfare, labeling the sinking of ships without regard for crew safety as piracy. The presentation of commissions to new Marine officers is highlighted, along with the expansion of the American Navy during the Battle of the Atlantic. The video concludes with a brief mention of the RAF's expansion.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event is linked to the jollification mentioned in the transcript?

The signing of the Treaty of Paris

The coronation of the Raja of Sarawak in 1841

The end of World War I

The discovery of America

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who addressed the graduating class at the American Marines base in Virginia?

President Roosevelt

General Patton

Colonel Knox

Admiral Nelson

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is described as being worse than piracy in the transcript?

Theft of military secrets

Sinking ships without regard for crew safety

Desertion from the army

Espionage activities

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant development is mentioned regarding the American Navy?

It is reducing its fleet size

It is already engaged in the Battle of the Atlantic

It is forming alliances with Asian countries

It is focusing on the Pacific theater

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What other military force is mentioned in the context of expansion?

The German Luftwaffe

The British Army

The RAF

The Soviet Navy