CLEAN : Wikipedia aims for billion users

CLEAN : Wikipedia aims for billion users

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Interactive Video

Geography, Social Studies, Computers

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the Wikipedia Zero initiative, which aims to eliminate data charges for accessing Wikipedia in various countries by collaborating with telecom providers. This initiative is crucial for regions where data costs are prohibitive. The video outlines the challenges of providing free access, the ongoing efforts to expand the initiative globally, and the importance of improving editing interfaces to facilitate knowledge sharing.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main challenges users face when accessing Wikipedia in certain countries?

Outdated information

Lack of internet connectivity

High data charges

Language barriers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the Wikipedia Zero initiative?

To provide free smartphones

To eliminate data charges for accessing Wikipedia

To create offline versions of Wikipedia

To translate Wikipedia into more languages

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which regions are mentioned as benefiting from the Wikipedia Zero initiative?

North Africa, India, and the Middle East

South America and Australia

North America and Europe

Antarctica and Greenland

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expansion goal for Wikipedia Zero in terms of user reach?

2 billion users

100 million users

1 billion users

500 million users

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is improving editing interfaces a priority for Wikipedia?

To increase advertising revenue

To reduce server costs

To make the website more visually appealing

To allow more people to share their knowledge