What is the main reason children work in the mines of the DRC?

Cobalt Mining in the DRC: A Human Rights Perspective

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Sophia Harris
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7th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To gain educational opportunities
To learn mining skills
To escape from school
To earn money for their families
2.
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Why is cobalt becoming more valuable than gold?
It is used in construction
It is used in jewelry
It is a critical component in lithium-ion batteries
It is a rare mineral
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What are the conditions like for children working in the cobalt mines?
They work in air-conditioned environments
They have access to safety equipment
They receive regular health check-ups
They work in dangerous and unsanitary conditions
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What health risks are associated with cobalt mining?
Cobalt mining strengthens bones
Cobalt mining has no health risks
Cobalt mining improves respiratory health
Exposure to cobalt dust can cause long-term health problems
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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At what age do some children start working in the mines?
At 10 years old
At 8 years old
At 12 years old
At 4 years old
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a significant consequence of the lack of safety measures in the mines?
Improved working conditions
Higher wages for workers
Frequent tunnel collapses
Increased productivity
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do multinational companies benefit from the cobalt supply chain?
They ensure fair wages for miners
They can deny responsibility for human rights abuses
They provide safety equipment to miners
They invest in local communities
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What has been the impact of investigations into human rights abuses in the mines?
No change in the situation
Increased wages for child workers
Significant improvements in working conditions
Closure of all unregulated mines
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the fate of most child miners in terms of technology access?
They receive free technology education
They own the latest smartphones
They have access to computers
They will likely never own a smartphone
10.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary motivation for traders in the cobalt market?
Reducing environmental impact
Improving miners' working conditions
Maximizing profits
Ensuring ethical sourcing
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