World War II Parachute Experience Quiz

What did the narrator do after jumping from the plane?

• He immediately opened his parachute.

• He counted to ten before pulling the ripcord.

• He landed safely on the ground.

• He waved to a German aircraft.

How did the narrator communicate with the German farmers?

• He wrote messages on paper.

• He spoke fluent German.

• He used sign language.

• He used a few German words he knew.

What surprising fact did the German officer reveal about himself?

• He was originally from Chicago.

• He was related to the narrator.

• He was a former pilot.

• He had never been to the United States.

What was the condition of the boxcar during the narrator's transport?

• It was spacious and comfortable.

• It had plenty of food and water.

• It was equipped with beds.

• It was cramped and overcrowded.

What did the Germans hope would happen to the boxcar at night?

• It would be rescued by American forces.

• It would be attacked by wild animals.

• It would reach its destination safely.

• It would be bombed by the British.