Navajo Code Talkers in WWII

The video tutorial discusses the Navajo Code Talkers, a group of Navajo Patriots who used their native language to create an unbreakable code during World War II. This code was crucial for secure communication among Allied troops and played a significant role in saving lives. The tutorial covers the historical context of WWII, the unique aspects of the Navajo language that made it ideal for coding, and the eventual recognition of the Code Talkers' contributions. Key vocabulary terms are explained to aid understanding.

What was the primary role of the Navajo Code Talkers during World War II?

• To create secret codes using their language

• To train other soldiers in combat

• To provide medical assistance on the battlefield

• To translate enemy messages

What does the term 'Marines' refer to?

• A type of aircraft used in World War II

• A secret communication code

• A soldier trained for both land and sea combat

• A type of naval ship

Which event led the United States to enter World War II?

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The invasion of Poland by Germany

• The bombing of Pearl Harbor by Japan

• The attack on the Soviet Union by Germany

Why was the Navajo language chosen for creating codes?

• It was similar to German

• It was easy to learn and teach

• It was widely spoken and understood

• It was complex and not studied by enemies

What was the significance of the pitch in the Navajo language?

• It determined the speed of communication

• It was a method to encrypt messages

• It changed the meaning of words

• It was used to identify enemy codes

What was the role of Phillip Johnson in the use of Navajo Code Talkers?

• He was a code talker himself

• He suggested the idea to use Navajo as a code

• He was a military general

• He trained the code talkers

How did the Navajo Code Talkers refer to a 'dive-bomber'?

• As a hummingbird

• As a potato

• As a whale

• As a chicken

What happened to the Navajo Code Talkers' work after the war?

• It was forgotten and never mentioned again

• It was shared with other countries

• It remained a secret in case it was needed again

• It was immediately declassified

What did many Navajo Code Talkers say about their role when they returned home?

• I was a code breaker

• I was a translator

• I was a radio man

• I was a soldier

What was a key reason the Navajo code was never broken?

• It was constantly changed

• It was based on a language not studied by enemies

• It was written in a secret script

• It was only used in emergencies