CLEAN : Vigil for South African freelance journalist kidnapped in Syria

CLEAN : Vigil for South African freelance journalist kidnapped in Syria

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Journalism, Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the context and challenges faced in a volatile area, particularly focusing on the situation in Syria. It highlights the efforts of 'Gift of the Givers' in searching for Shiraz, who was kidnapped. The video emphasizes the risks involved in such regions, especially for journalists and doctors, and expresses hope for Shiraz's safe return.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the first section of the transcript?

A scientific explanation of a phenomenon

Detailed information about a historical event

A coherent narrative about a specific topic

A series of unrelated thoughts and phrases

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is leading the efforts to find Shiraz in Syria?

The United Nations

Gift of the Givers

The Syrian Government

International Red Cross

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What information is lacking about Shiraz's kidnapping?

The identity of the group holding him

The reason for his presence in Syria

The location of the incident

The time of the kidnapping

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been highlighted about the region since 2012?

Its technological advancements

Its economic growth

Its cultural heritage

Its volatility and civil unrest

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the hope expressed at the end of the transcript?

That Shiraz will return safely

That journalists will stop visiting

That Shiraz will be found guilty

That the war will escalate