Air Show at Sioux Falls; Joe Foss Field is dedicated

Air Show at Sioux Falls; Joe Foss Field is dedicated

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers the opening ceremonies of Joe Foss Field in Sioux Falls, highlighting the air show and dedication events. It features the Thunderbird Air Force demonstration team and honors Joe Foss, a World War II ace and South Dakota governor, for his military achievements. Admiral William F. Halsey participates in the dedication, marking a sentimental occasion as he previously awarded Foss a Navy Cross.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main attraction for the spectators at the Joe Foss Field opening ceremonies?

The ground aircraft displays

The musical performances

The food stalls

The speeches by the governor

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Air Force base was the demonstration team from?

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base

Luke Air Force Base

Edwards Air Force Base

Nellis Air Force Base

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who presented the key to the city to the governor during the dedication ceremony?

A representative from the Air Force

Admiral William F. Halsey

The First Lady

Sioux Falls Mayor Fay Wheeldon

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event did Admiral Halsey recall during the dedication?

Meeting the governor for the first time

Flying a mission with Joe Foss

Attending a previous air show

Awarding Joe Foss a Navy Cross

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

For what reason was the governor honored during the dedication ceremony?

His leadership in education

His contributions to aviation

His role in World War II

His efforts in city development