CLEAN : Liberian government targets media over Ebola

CLEAN : Liberian government targets media over Ebola

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Journalism, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the interplay between government actions and media rights during a health crisis. It highlights the government's disappointing response to the epidemic and the unjust treatment of media outlets like the National Chronicle. The government's inadequate initial response to the Ebola outbreak is critiqued, and the current strained relations between media and government are examined, emphasizing the premeditated nature of media control.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern about the government's actions towards the media during the epidemic?

The media is not reporting enough.

The media is collaborating with the government.

The media is spreading false information.

The media is being unfairly targeted.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What specific event is highlighted in the second section regarding media rights?

A journalist was awarded for bravery.

A media outlet was praised for its coverage.

A newspaper was shut down by the government.

Police raided a newspaper office without court action.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the criticism of the government's response to the Ebola epidemic?

The government ignored the media.

The government delayed its response.

The government provided too much information.

The government acted too quickly.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the government view the media in the context of the epidemic?

As a partner in fighting the disease.

As an ally in public health education.

As a source of misinformation.

As a critical tool to be controlled.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is implied about the government's actions towards the media?

They are based on public demand.

They are premeditated and intentional.

They are supportive of media freedom.

They are spontaneous and unplanned.