Rebels in East Libya vulnerable to air strikes

Rebels in East Libya vulnerable to air strikes

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The video discusses the emergence of modern weapons in a conflict zone, highlighting a musician named Masood who has become a rebel, trading his guitar for a missile. The rebels face challenges from Gaddafi's jets, which remain out of range due to high altitudes. They hope bad weather will force the jets to fly lower, making them easier targets. The threat from the air has led to camouflaging vehicles with sand and shrubbery. Despite clear skies allowing Gaddafi's jets to bomb, causing panic, the airstrikes have not yet resulted in significant casualties. However, the ongoing threat poses a risk of future harm.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What transformation did Masood undergo during the conflict?

He became a pilot.

He turned into a musician.

He switched from playing guitar to using a missile.

He started driving tanks.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are the rebels hoping for bad weather?

To stop the conflict entirely.

To improve their own visibility.

To force the jets to fly lower and become easier targets.

To make it harder for Gadhafi's jets to fly.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the rebels are camouflaging their vehicles?

To blend in with the cityscape.

To protect them from sandstorms.

To hide from ground troops.

To avoid detection by Gadhafi's jets.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the primary effect of the airstrikes so far?

They have destroyed all rebel bases.

They have caused significant casualties.

They have led to a ceasefire.

They have caused more panic than casualties.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ongoing threat as long as Gadhafi's Air Force is active?

The conflict will spread to neighboring countries.

The rebels will lose their territory.

The airstrikes will eventually cause more casualties.

The rebels will run out of supplies.