Communities Seek Answers After USPS Collection Boxes Are Removed

Communities Seek Answers After USPS Collection Boxes Are Removed

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the removal of USPS collection boxes across the U.S. before the 2020 election, highlighting the lack of density tests and community concerns. It covers the role of density tests in box removals, community stories, and political responses, particularly from Senator Jon Tester. The video also examines data obtained through FOIA requests, revealing inconsistencies in USPS practices. Nationwide trends show similar issues, raising questions about USPS transparency and service reliability. Public reactions and USPS's unchanged stance are also explored.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What prompted the investigation into the removal of USPS collection boxes?

Complaints about mail delays

A new USPS policy on mail delivery

The disappearance of boxes without notice

A sudden increase in mail theft

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a 'density test' as used by USPS?

A test to measure the weight of mail

A test to count the number of mail pieces through a box

A test to evaluate the security of mailboxes

A test to assess the speed of mail delivery

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did local communities react to the removal of USPS boxes?

They accepted the changes without concern

They requested more boxes to be removed

They switched to private mail services

They organized protests and demanded explanations

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Senator Jon Tester do in response to the box removals?

He proposed a new mail delivery system

He requested the boxes be put back and questioned the removal timing

He ignored the issue

He supported the USPS decision

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was discovered about the density tests conducted on removed boxes?

The tests were conducted but results were inconclusive

The tests showed high mail volume

Most boxes had no density tests conducted

All boxes had undergone thorough testing

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the USPS's response to inquiries about the box removals?

They stated they had no further information to provide

They admitted to errors in the process

They promised to reinstall all removed boxes

They provided detailed explanations

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What broader issue does the removal of USPS boxes highlight?

The decline in first-class mail service

The increase in package delivery services

The rise of digital communication

The expansion of USPS services