'Fundamental act of justice': President Biden speaks on Assad's fall in Syria

'Fundamental act of justice': President Biden speaks on Assad's fall in Syria

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the fall of Assad's regime in Syria after 13 years of civil war, highlighting the collapse of support from Iran, Hezbollah, and Russia. The US outlines its policies and actions, including sanctions and military presence, to counter ISIS and support Syria's transition. The video emphasizes the challenges and opportunities for Syria and the Middle East, with a focus on regional stability and humanitarian relief. A Q&A session addresses Assad's accountability and the status of Austin Tice.

Read more

7 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event marked a historic opportunity for Syria?

The election of a new president

The fall of the Assad regime

The signing of a peace treaty

The rise of ISIS

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries were the main backers of Assad before their support collapsed?

Iran, Hezbollah, and Russia

China, India, and Pakistan

Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt

United States, Israel, and Jordan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key factor in the collapse of support for Assad?

Diplomatic negotiations with the EU

Natural disasters in the region

Military defeats in Ukraine and Israel

Economic sanctions by the UN

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main components of the U.S. policy towards Syria?

Establishing a no-fly zone

Building a new capital city

Maintaining military presence to counter ISIS

Providing financial aid to Assad

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the U.S. support Israel in its actions against Iranian networks?

By supporting Israel's freedom of action

By providing humanitarian aid

By deploying peacekeeping forces

By imposing trade restrictions

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key focus of the U.S. in ensuring stability in Eastern Syria?

Promoting tourism

Preventing ISIS resurgence

Establishing a new government

Building new infrastructure

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the U.S. stance on the actions of rebel groups in Syria?

They are ignored in the transition process

They are considered allies without scrutiny

Their actions will be closely monitored

They are fully supported without conditions