VOICED: Western Saharans, refugees in desert exile

VOICED: Western Saharans, refugees in desert exile

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Social Studies, History, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses life in a refugee camp in the Algerian desert, where families rely on humanitarian aid. It highlights the separation of families due to the Western Sahara conflict and the UN's family visit scheme. The video also covers the history of the conflict, the 1991 ceasefire, and the ongoing call for a referendum on Western Sahara's status. Despite planned negotiations, the refugees continue to wait for a resolution.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary source of water for families in the refugee camp?

Rainwater collection

A natural spring

A river

A tanker

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long ago did Morocco annex Western Sahara?

20 years ago

50 years ago

30 years ago

40 years ago

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the duration allowed for family visits under the UN scheme?

10 days

7 days

5 days

3 days

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the UN-sponsored ceasefire in 1991?

Establishment of a new government

A promised referendum on self-determination

Complete annexation by Morocco

Immediate independence for Western Sahara

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the options proposed for the referendum on Western Sahara's future?

Full independence or union with Mauritania

Autonomy or integration with Algeria

Complete independence or integration with Morocco

Annexation, autonomy, or full independence