It’s Striketober in Hollywood and Beyond

It’s Striketober in Hollywood and Beyond

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Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies, Performing Arts

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses major strikes in the entertainment and agriculture sectors. The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees is threatening a strike due to unmet demands for better working conditions and fair compensation. Meanwhile, Deere and Company workers have already gone on strike after rejecting a contract proposal. Both strikes highlight significant labor disputes and potential impacts on their respective industries.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main demand of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees in their potential strike?

Increased vacation days

More holidays

Higher bonuses

Shorter working hours and better conditions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could be a significant consequence of the strike by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees?

More streaming service discounts

Higher actor salaries

Indefinite halt in film and TV production

Increased movie ticket prices

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company is facing a strike from 10,000 unionized workers?

General Motors

Ford

Deere and Company

Tesla

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major criticism of the contract proposal rejected by Deere and Company workers?

Lack of health benefits

Insufficient wage increases

No paid leave

High insurance premiums

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Deere and Company workers find lacking in the incentive program?

Overly stingy

Overly complex

Too competitive

Too generous