Challenges for LebanonÕs ill-equipped army

Challenges for LebanonÕs ill-equipped army

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Social Studies, History, Geography

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses Israel's mission to prevent Hezbollah attacks and protect the border, highlighting the challenges faced by the Lebanese army, including outdated equipment and sectarian divisions. The Lebanese army, with a limited budget and a diverse composition of Christian, Sunni, and Shiite soldiers, struggles to maintain stability in a region marked by sectarian violence. The army's role has been reduced to a civil guard, with a budget insufficient for its tasks.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of Israel's new presence in Lebanon?

To establish trade relations

To prevent Hezbollah attacks

To promote tourism

To support local businesses

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main challenges faced by the Lebanese army?

Advanced technology

Excessive manpower

Outdated Soviet tanks

Lack of international support

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the composition of the Lebanese army reflect the country's society?

It is mostly Shiite

It is predominantly Sunni

It is a mix of different sects

It is entirely Christian

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the Lebanese National Army during the civil war?

It became a global power

It fell apart along sectarian lines

It was unaffected by the conflict

It expanded significantly

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the annual budget of the Lebanese army?

$2 billion

$1 billion

$750 million

$500 million

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