27. THE COLD WAR AND THE REMAKING OF EUROPE, 1945

Quiz for Document 27.2: Torture in Algeria

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1. What was the desired effect of such a testimonial?

The woman was shown to be a criminal whose actions justified French punishment.

The cause of the French was made stronger by her testimonial to her own guilt.

The French were shown to the world to be murderous and unjust.

The Algerians could take a lot of punishment and survive.

2. What was the main audience for this testimonial?

Algerian families

The global public

Muslim leaders

Feminist activists