SYND 24 2 77 RHODESIAN ARMY MANOUEVRES

SYND 24 2 77 RHODESIAN ARMY MANOUEVRES

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers a day-long battle involving the Spoke Commando of the Rhodesian Light Infantry. They killed ten insurgents but lost one soldier. The squadron leader and fire force commander plan tactics for further engagement. During the search, choppers are damaged, and emergency repairs are made. Insurgents are located, leading to a firefight where a corporal is wounded. Airstrikes are called in, resulting in six insurgents killed and three Rhodesians wounded.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the initial battle involving the Spoke Commando?

They killed ten insurgents and lost one soldier.

They retreated without any casualties.

They captured all insurgents.

They were ambushed and suffered heavy losses.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What emergency repair did a pilot perform on a helicopter?

Repaired a rotor blade with a file and sticky tape.

Installed new communication equipment.

Fixed the landing gear.

Replaced the engine.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where were the insurgents located by the Rhodesian Air Force?

In a strip of thick bush between maze fields.

On a mountain peak.

In an abandoned warehouse.

In a city center.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the wounded corporal take as the light began to fail?

He requested reinforcements.

He surrendered to the insurgents.

He called in airstrikes.

He ordered a retreat.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the final outcome of the battle in terms of casualties?

All insurgents were captured.

Six insurgents were killed and three Rhodesians were wounded.

Six insurgents and three Rhodesians were wounded.

Ten insurgents and no Rhodesians were killed.