CLEAN : S.Africa court allows class action over miners silicosis 2

CLEAN : S.Africa court allows class action over miners silicosis 2

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Social Studies, History, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the long-standing struggles of gold mine workers, whose hardships have been overlooked until a recent court decision recognized their rights. The court's ruling aims to bring justice to those affected by mining-related diseases like silicosis. The video also highlights the inadequacies of the public health care system in South Africa, which mining companies have not helped to improve. Additionally, the transcript includes cultural and local references, providing context to the issues discussed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent development has occurred regarding the struggles of gold mine workers?

Workers received a pay raise.

Mining operations were halted.

A court has recognized their plight.

A new mining policy was introduced.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What diseases are mentioned as affecting the mine workers?

Tuberculosis and malaria

Cooper jealousies and silicosis

Asthma and bronchitis

Cancer and diabetes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is still facing challenges despite the court's recognition?

Government officials

Survivors dependent on public health care

Only the mining companies

Only the deceased workers' families

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of mining companies in the current public health care system?

They are funding new hospitals.

They are actively improving it.

They are contributing to its decline.

They have no involvement.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the state of the public health care system in South Africa as mentioned in the video?

It is thriving and well-funded.

It is being privatized.

It is falling apart.

It is only available to mine workers.