Gulf War Environmental and Military Impact

Gulf War Environmental and Military Impact

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Other

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the controversial attack on the Highway of Death during the Gulf War, where retreating Iraqi forces were targeted by Coalition forces. The video argues against claims that the attack was a war crime, citing international law and the context of the conflict. It explains the military strategy behind the attack and addresses criticisms, emphasizing that the Iraqi forces were still a legitimate military target. The video concludes that the attack was justified and not a war crime.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main purpose of the video regarding the Highway of Death?

To discuss the environmental impact of the war

To address and refute war crime claims

To provide a detailed history of the Gulf War

To prove the attack was a war crime

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of the US-led coalition's ground war?

To invade Iraq

To secure oil resources

To capture Saddam Hussein

To force Iraq out of Kuwait

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the video, why were the Iraqi forces on Highway 80 considered a legitimate military target?

They were retreating peacefully

They had surrendered

They were still engaged in hostilities

They were protected by international law

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Article 3 of the Geneva Convention primarily deal with?

Environmental protection

Rules of engagement

Civilian safety

Treatment of prisoners of war

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the criticisms addressed regarding the attack on Highway 80?

It was a peaceful withdrawal

It was a defensive maneuver

It violated UN resolutions

It was a humanitarian mission

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the secondary goal of the Gulf War according to the video?

To form a coalition with Iraq

To establish a new government in Iraq

To degrade Iraq's military capabilities

To capture Iraqi oil fields

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the attack on Highway 80 not considered overkill?

The Iraqi forces had surrendered

The attack was a peaceful engagement

The Iraqi forces were still a threat

The attack was unplanned

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