CLEAN: Protestors take anger over bonuses to AIG exec's houses

CLEAN: Protestors take anger over bonuses to AIG exec's houses

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Business, Social Studies, Moral Science

9th - 10th Grade

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The speaker expresses outrage over excessive salaries and bonuses given to insurance company executives, arguing that such practices contribute to economic inequality. They highlight a specific example of $165 million in bonuses as a case of 'socialism for the rich,' contrasting it with the struggles of millions of people. The speaker's participation in a tour is motivated by a desire to voice this opinion and demand accountability.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Greenawalt's main reason for joining the tour?

To support insurance companies

To discuss tax policies

To express his opinion against high executive bonuses

To promote socialism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Greenawalt believe should happen to the bonuses given to executives?

They should be ignored

They should be increased

They should be given back

They should be invested

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What example does Greenawalt use to illustrate the misuse of tax dollars?

$165 million in bonuses to a few executives

A new government policy

A public infrastructure project

A recent tax cut

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Greenawalt describe the situation of giving large bonuses to executives?

Capitalism at its best

Socialism for the rich

A necessary business strategy

A fair economic practice

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the broader issue Greenawalt is addressing in his speech?

The importance of tax cuts

The benefits of corporate bonuses

The disparity between the wealthy and the general population

The need for more government intervention