Uncovering Child Labour in Mica Mining

Uncovering Child Labour in Mica Mining

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video explores mica mining in Jharkhand, India, highlighting the harsh conditions faced by workers, including women and children. It discusses the individual nature of mining operations, the low wages, and the extreme temperatures endured by miners. The video also emphasizes the significance of mica in various everyday products, despite its obscurity to the general public.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the mica mining taking place as mentioned in the video?

Southern India, Kerala

Northern India, Jharkhand

Western India, Rajasthan

Eastern India, West Bengal

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the daily wage for the women working in the mica mines?

Two and a half dollars

Just over a dollar

Just over two dollars

Less than a dollar

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what temperatures do children work in the mines?

116 degrees Fahrenheit

106 degrees Fahrenheit

126 degrees Fahrenheit

100 degrees Fahrenheit

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country is the largest producer of mica?

Brazil

India

Australia

Canada

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is mica important?

It's used in jewelry making

It's a decorative stone

It's used in construction only

It's integral for various everyday products