The Little David Mortar

The Little David Mortar

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Social Studies, History

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The video discusses The Little David, a powerful 36-inch motor developed too late to impact WWII. It was designed to penetrate the Siegfried Line's fortifications. The motor could fire two-ton shells over a distance of eight miles, showcasing its impressive capabilities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the powerful new motor mentioned in the text?

The Big David

The Little David

The Giant David

The Mighty David

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the historical context mentioned regarding the timing of the Little David's completion?

It was finished too late to help defeat the Nazis

It was completed before the war started

It was used in the Pacific War

It was never completed

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the Giant as described in the text?

To help defeat the Nazis

To rip through fortifications

To transport shells

To build defenses

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much does the Little David Burrow's shells weigh?

One ton

Two tons

Three tons

Four tons

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the maximum distance the Little David can fire its shells?

Five miles

Six miles

Seven miles

Eight miles