Understanding the Kurds and Their Struggle

Understanding the Kurds and Their Struggle

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies, History

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

FREE Resource

The video explores the journalist's journey in understanding the Kurds, their significant role in the Iraq War, and their ongoing struggle against ISIS. It highlights the Kurds' resilience and importance as allies to the West. Personal stories, including that of a female commander who lost her daughter in battle, illustrate the sacrifices made by Kurdish fighters. The journalist shares the emotional impact of these experiences, challenging the notion of journalistic objectivity in the face of such stark good versus evil conflicts.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What initially sparked the speaker's interest in learning more about the Kurds?

A news article they wrote

A book they read

Meeting wounded Kurdish soldiers

A documentary they watched

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are the Kurds considered an important ally to the United States?

They have faced the greatest terrorist threat alone

They have a large military force

They have a strong economy

They have significant oil reserves

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique challenge are the Kurds facing according to the speaker?

Developing new technology

Negotiating peace with neighboring countries

Maintaining stability while fighting ISIS

Building a new government

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the relationship between the female commander and the person she lost in battle?

Friends

Mother and daughter

Sisters

Cousins

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the conflict with ISIS?

A cultural conflict

A territorial dispute

A battle between good and evil

A political struggle