Premiere of "Stalag 17" at Astor Theatre in New York City benefits Air Force Association's Widow Rehabilitation Program

Premiere of "Stalag 17" at Astor Theatre in New York City benefits Air Force Association's Widow Rehabilitation Program

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Arts, Performing Arts

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers the world premiere of the comedy-drama Starlog 17, highlighting the reunion of former World War II prisoners of war who receive certificates of appreciation. The event features celebrities like Gloria Swanson and Milton Berle, and benefits the Air Force Association's Widow Rehabilitation Program. The premiere includes comedy roles by Robert Strauss and Harvey Lembeck, and a champagne toast led by Air Force nurse Lieutenant Marie Vandemuller.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of the film 'Starlog 17'?

A historical documentary

A comedy-drama about prisoners of war

A science fiction thriller

A romantic comedy

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who presented certificates to the former prisoners of war at the premiere?

Milton Berle

Lieutenant Marie Vandemuller

Gloria Swanson

Captain Joseph McConnell

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which celebrity was welcomed by Jinx Falkenberg at the premiere?

Ruth Cosgrove

Gloria Swanson

Harvey Lembeck

Robert Strauss

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the charitable cause supported by the premiere event?

Veterans' Education Fund

Air Force Association's Widow Rehabilitation Program

Children's Hospital Fund

World War II Memorial Fund

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the official hostess pouring champagne at the event?

Ruth Cosgrove

Jinx Falkenberg

Lieutenant Marie Vandemuller

Gloria Swanson