Amazon workers strike in Coventry in long-running pay dispute

Amazon workers strike in Coventry in long-running pay dispute

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The video discusses Amazon workers' demands for a £15 hourly wage, highlighting their struggles with current low wages and poor working conditions. Despite some wage increases, many workers still face financial difficulties. The video also covers the impact of peak times like Black Friday and the global solidarity actions by workers. It emphasizes the harsh working conditions, especially during summer, and contrasts workers' struggles with Jeff Bezos' significant wealth increase during COVID.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What hourly wage are Amazon workers demanding to improve their living conditions?

£15.00

£20.00

£12.00

£10.00

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the timing of the Amazon workers' strike significant?

It coincides with a major holiday.

It is during peak operational days.

It is the anniversary of Amazon's founding.

It aligns with a government election.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What documentary evidence is mentioned regarding Amazon's working conditions?

A BBC and Channel 4 documentary

A newspaper article

A Netflix series

A YouTube vlog

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What temperature do Amazon workers reportedly endure in trailers during summer?

35 degrees

45 degrees

30 degrees

40 degrees

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to Amazon workers if they call in sick?

They are promoted

They are penalized

They are given a day off

They receive a bonus

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much did Jeff Bezos reportedly earn in one year during the COVID-19 pandemic?

150 billion

50 billion

75 billion

100 billion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the financial situation of most Amazon workers on strike?

They are wealthy

They are struggling

They are indifferent

They are financially stable