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What significant event occurred on 6 August 1945?
What significant event occurred on 6 August 1945?
- A major earthquake in Japan
- The dropping of an atom bomb on Hiroshima (correct)
- The signing of a peace treaty
- The start of World War II
What was the immediate consequence for Sadako after November 1945?
What was the immediate consequence for Sadako after November 1945?
- She developed an illness (correct)
- She participated in a peace march
- She became a national hero
- She moved to another country
How did the events of 6 August 1945 affect future generations in Japan?
How did the events of 6 August 1945 affect future generations in Japan?
- They initiated cultural celebrations of peace
- They increased awareness of nuclear safety (correct)
- They resulted in widespread migration to other countries
- They led to a stronger military presence
In what year was the atom bomb dropped on Hiroshima?
In what year was the atom bomb dropped on Hiroshima?
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What impact did the events of 1945 have specifically on Sadako?
What impact did the events of 1945 have specifically on Sadako?
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Hiroshima Bombing
- On 6 August 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan.
- This event marked a significant moment in World War II, leading to devastating destruction and loss of life.
Sadako Sasaki
- In November 1945, Sadako Sasaki, a survivor of the Hiroshima bombing, developed leukemia.
- This illness was attributed to the radiation exposure from the atomic bomb.
- Sadako became a symbol of the impact of nuclear warfare on human health and the consequences of war.
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