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WorksheetsExploring Alcatraz Island
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 6mins
When was Alcatraz first used as a military prison?
1945
1865
1850
1900
What year did Alcatraz become a federal prison?
1934
1945
1931
1929
Which famous gangster was imprisoned at Alcatraz?
Lucky Luciano
John Gotti
Al Capone
Meyer Lansky
What is the nickname given to Alcatraz due to its location?
The Penitentiary
The Island
The Fortress
The Rock
How many escape attempts were made from Alcatraz?
10
20
14
5
What year did Alcatraz close as a prison?
1963
1980
1971
1955
What is the name of the famous escape that occurred in 1962?
Dawes Plan
Great Escape
Operation Dynamo
Alcatraz escape
What type of prisoners were typically held at Alcatraz?
Political prisoners and activists
Petty thieves and shoplifters
Dangerous and notorious criminals, including violent offenders and escapees.
White-collar criminals and fraudsters
What is the current use of Alcatraz Island?
A film studio
A military base
Alcatraz Island is a national park and tourist attraction.
A wildlife sanctuary
Why was Alcatraz considered inescapable?
Alcatraz was easy to escape due to its small size.
The prison had no guards and was poorly maintained.
Alcatraz was surrounded by friendly locals who helped inmates.
Alcatraz was inescapable due to its isolation, strong currents, and high security.
Alcatraz means island of the ___________
Dogs
Gold
Prison
