South Korean President Syngman Rhee visits US President Dwight Eisenhower in Washington, DC

South Korean President Syngman Rhee visits US President Dwight Eisenhower in Washington, DC

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South Korean President Syngman Rhee visits Washington, greeted by Vice President Nixon. Rhee, who first came to the U.S. in 1904, pursued education and fought for Korean independence. After fleeing Japanese occupation, he returned to Korea in 1945, becoming president and leading the nation through the Korean War. During his state visit, Rhee aims to discuss the removal of communists from North Korea and the unification of Korea. He is welcomed by President Eisenhower and will stay at the White House.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event in Syngman Rhee's early life is highlighted during his visit to Washington?

His first presidency in Korea

His birth in South Korea

His education in U.S. universities

His marriage to an Austrian woman

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

How long was Syngman Rhee in exile before returning to Korea?

20 years

33 years

15 years

40 years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of Syngman Rhee's main objectives during his visit to the U.S.?

To establish a cultural exchange program

To seek support for the unification of Korea

To negotiate trade agreements

To discuss environmental policies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who welcomed Syngman Rhee and his wife during their visit to the U.S.?

President Kennedy

President Johnson

President Eisenhower

President Truman

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What symbolic role did Syngman Rhee hold during his visit to the U.S.?

A symbol of economic prosperity

A symbol of technological advancement

A symbol of cultural heritage

A symbol of resistance to communism