Craig Kielburger Reflects on Working Toward Peace

How can individuals contribute to ending poverty according to Kielburger?

• By raising awareness, volunteering, and supporting organizations that work towards social justice.

• By solely donating money to charities.

• By ignoring the issue and focusing on personal success.

• By relying on government programs to solve the problem.

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What role does awareness play in activism?

• Awareness is important for informing and mobilizing people to take action against injustices.

• Awareness is only necessary for fundraising efforts.

• Awareness has no significant impact on activism.

• Awareness is primarily about raising social media profiles.

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Who is Craig Kielburger?

• A Canadian human rights activist known for advocating for children's rights and fighting against child labor.

• A famous Canadian actor known for his roles in various films.

• A Canadian politician who served as Prime Minister in the 1990s.

• A renowned Canadian scientist who made significant contributions to environmental studies.

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What inspired Craig Kielburger to become an activist?

• He was inspired by an article he read about a Pakistani boy named Iqbal Masih, who was a child laborer.

• He watched a documentary about environmental issues.

• He attended a protest against child labor in his hometown.

• He read a book about famous activists throughout history.

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What does the term 'child labor' refer to?

• The employment of children in dangerous conditions that is harmful to their health and development.

• The practice of allowing children to work in family businesses without any restrictions.

• The exploitation of children through any work that deprives them of their childhood, potential, and dignity.

• The requirement for children to contribute to household income at a young age.

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What cultural significance did Jose's act of giving his shirt have?

• It is a common practice in Brazil to give away old clothes.

• In Brazilian culture, giving a personal item like a shirt is a sign of deep respect and honor.

• It symbolizes wealth and prosperity in Brazilian society.

• It is a way to show indifference towards personal belongings.

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What is the main goal of Craig Kielburger's activism?

• To promote adult labor rights

• To end child labor and promote children's rights globally.

• To support environmental conservation

• To advocate for political reform

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What is the significance of the 1997 United Nations Development Report?

• It determined that the world has the resources to end poverty, highlighting the potential for global change.

• It focused on the importance of economic growth over environmental sustainability.

• It emphasized the need for increased military spending to combat global issues.

• It proposed a new framework for international trade agreements.

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At what age did Craig Kielburger start his activism?

• 10 years old

• 12 years old

• 14 years old

• 16 years old

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What organization did Craig Kielburger co-found?

• Free The Children

• Children's Rights Organization

• Global Youth Initiative

• Youth Empowerment Network

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