Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. Overview

Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. Overview

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video explores the life of Benjamin O. Davis Sr., a pioneering military figure whose career spanned over 50 years. Born in 1877, Davis served in the Spanish-American War and later became the first black general in the U.S. Army. He supported war families and was recalled to duty during World War II. Davis's legacy is marked by his dedication to service and breaking racial barriers in the military.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr.'s military career?

He was the first black general in the U.S. Army.

He was a civilian advisor.

He served in the Navy.

He was a pilot in World War I.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. born?

Washington D.C.

Chicago

New York City

Los Angeles

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which war did Davis volunteer before enlisting in the U.S. Army?

Vietnam War

Spanish-American War

World War I

Korean War

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Davis play in helping families of war veterans?

He provided financial support.

He served detached duty escorting families to graves in Europe.

He organized community events.

He wrote letters of condolence.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who promoted Davis to brigadier general?

President Abraham Lincoln

President Franklin D. Roosevelt

President John F. Kennedy

President Harry S. Truman

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual event occurred the day after Davis's retirement?

He was promoted again.

He was recalled to active duty.

He moved to Europe.

He started a new business.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During World War II, what was Davis's role?

He was a combat pilot.

He served as an advisor on Negro problems.

He was a naval officer.

He worked in logistics.

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