Lisieux, a place of pilgrimage, is destroyed by an English/American air raid

Lisieux, a place of pilgrimage, is destroyed by an English/American air raid

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History, Religious Studies, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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The French pilgrimage site Licieux, known worldwide, was nearly destroyed by an Anglo-American air raid, despite being far from the battlefield. The attack left 16,000 civilians homeless and resulted in 3,000 deaths. Survivors sought refuge in nearby caves.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the fate of the French pilgrimage site Licieux during the air raid?

It was slightly affected.

It was almost entirely destroyed.

It was partially damaged.

It was completely untouched.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries were involved in the air raid on Licieux?

Russia and China

England and America

France and Germany

Italy and Spain

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many residents were left without homes after the attack?

10,000

16,000

20,000

5,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the number of civilian casualties buried under the rubble?

4,000

1,000

2,000

3,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the survivors find shelter after the attack?

In nearby forests

In neighboring towns

In nearby caves

In temporary camps