China's Covid-Zero Strategy Is Unsustainable, WHO Chief Says

China's Covid-Zero Strategy Is Unsustainable, WHO Chief Says

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the criticism of China's zero COVID policy, highlighting comments from WHO Director-General Tedros and Anthony Fauci. It addresses the economic impact of lockdowns, with data showing significant effects on GDP and home sales in China. Additionally, it touches on human rights concerns raised by WHO's Michael Ryan, emphasizing the need to consider individual rights in COVID measures.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main criticism of the zero COVID policy according to Mr. Tedros and Dr. Fauci?

It is not effective in the short term.

It is too lenient.

It is too strict.

It is not sustainable long-term.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the zero COVID policy affected China's economy according to the transcript?

It has caused a decline in subway travel and home sales.

It has increased economic growth in major cities.

It has had no impact on home sales.

It has boosted GDP significantly.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of China's GDP is affected by the lockdowns as per Bloomberg Economics?

11%

22%

44%

50%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Michael Ryan emphasize regarding COVID-19 measures?

They should consider individual and human rights.

They should prioritize public health over all else.

They should be implemented uniformly across all regions.

They should focus solely on economic recovery.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which city is specifically mentioned in relation to human rights issues during lockdowns?

Shenzhen

Beijing

Shanghai

Guangzhou