Burial of Gen. Jonathan Wainwright at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia and funeral for Chief Justice Fred Vinson

Burial of Gen. Jonathan Wainwright at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia and funeral for Chief Justice Fred Vinson

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History, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The video covers the military burial of General Jonathan M. Wainwright at Arlington, highlighting his heroism in World War II. It also pays tribute to Chief Justice Fred M. Benson at the Washington Episcopal Cathedral, attended by notable figures like former President Harry Truman, President Eisenhower, and Vice President Nixon. The video concludes with the final honors for Benson, emphasizing his service to the nation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What honor was General Jonathan M. Wainwright awarded for his service in World War II?

Silver Star

Distinguished Service Cross

Medal of Honor

Purple Heart

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who appointed Fred M. Benson to the Supreme Court?

President Truman

President Eisenhower

President Nixon

President Roosevelt

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who attended the solemn tribute for Chief Justice Fred M. Benson along with President Eisenhower?

Vice President Humphrey

Vice President Ford

Vice President Nixon

Vice President Johnson

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two presidents were sworn into office by Chief Justice Fred M. Benson?

Roosevelt and Truman

Truman and Eisenhower

Eisenhower and Nixon

Kennedy and Johnson

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did the eight surviving justices play at Fred M. Benson's final tribute?

They sang hymns

They delivered eulogies

They led the procession

They served as honorary pallbearers