VOICED: Protesting the wall of shame in the West Bank

The video discusses the weekly protests in the West Bank village of Belene against the controversial separation wall. The protests involve a diverse group of Palestinian villagers, pacifist Israelis, and foreign activists. The wall, built by Israel after the 2000 Palestinian uprising, is seen by Palestinians as an apartheid structure that divides the land. The International Court of Justice has declared parts of it illegal. The video highlights the necessity of protest, the impact of the wall, and the importance of taking action to help others and define borders.

Who are the main participants in the protests at the West Bank village of Belene?

• Only Palestinian villagers

• Pacifist Israelis and foreign activists

• Only foreign activists

• A mix of Palestinian villagers, pacifist Israelis, and foreign activists

What is the primary reason the protesters feel compelled to demonstrate?

• They enjoy the excitement of protests

• They want to experience tear gas

• They feel they have no choice but to protest

• They are paid to protest

What event prompted Israel to start building the separation wall?

• A peaceful protest

• A violent Palestinian uprising

• A natural disaster

• An international agreement

How do Palestinians refer to the separation wall?

• A peace wall

• An apartheid wall

• A security barrier

• A friendship wall

What does the International Court of Justice say about parts of the wall?

• They are illegal

• They are a tourist attraction

• They are a symbol of peace

• They are necessary for security