VOICED: Refugees in limbo as Myanmar poll looms

VOICED: Refugees in limbo as Myanmar poll looms

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Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses a refugee camp in Thailand, home to 140,000 people fleeing persecution in Myanmar. It highlights personal stories, such as a woman who left her son behind, and the uncertainty surrounding Myanmar's upcoming elections. The Thai Prime Minister's stance on refugee repatriation is mentioned, along with skepticism about the election's impact. Concerns about declining donations and ongoing conflict in Myanmar are also addressed, emphasizing the camp's role as a sanctuary for refugees.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the refugees have fled to the camp in Thailand?

Economic opportunities

Persecution in Myanmar

Educational prospects

Natural disasters

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Thai Prime Minister's stance on the refugees?

They should be relocated to other countries

They will be sent back when it is safe

They should remain in the camp indefinitely

They should be integrated into Thai society

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are people skeptical about the upcoming election in Myanmar?

The election is expected to be free and fair

The military leaders are likely to manipulate the results

The election will bring immediate peace

There is strong international support for the election

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern for the refugee camps mentioned in the third section?

Decline in donations

Overpopulation

Lack of educational facilities

Inadequate healthcare

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is returning to Myanmar not an option for the refugees at this time?

The refugees have no means of transportation

The Thai government has closed the border

There is ongoing conflict in Myanmar

The refugees have settled permanently in Thailand