VOICED : Tiny Italian island struggles to cope with tide of migrants

VOICED : Tiny Italian island struggles to cope with tide of migrants

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The transcript discusses the challenges faced by a small Italian island's migrant center due to an overwhelming influx of migrants. It highlights the issues of overpopulation and the inability to provide necessary assistance such as dry clothes, food, and psychological support. Authorities are attempting to transfer migrants to other locations in Italy to alleviate overcrowding. The story of 15-year-old Abdin Ajib from Somalia is shared, detailing his perilous journey through several countries to reach Europe, costing over €1000. Despite the risks, migrants like Abdin seek a safer and better future in Europe.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main challenges faced by the small Italian island due to the influx of migrants?

Lack of housing

Overpopulation

Political instability

Natural disasters

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measures are authorities taking to manage the overcrowding on the island?

Building more shelters

Transferring migrants to other locations

Increasing food supply

Providing more jobs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is 15-year-old Abdin Ajib originally from?

Egypt

Somalia

Libya

Italy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason migrants like Abdin Ajib undertake dangerous journeys?

For educational opportunities

For a better and safer future

To escape war

To reunite with family

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people are thought to have died trying to cross from Libya to Italy in the last week?

330

500

200

1000