Sky News Speak to Miners after Police Violence

Sky News Speak to Miners after Police Violence

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The video explores the tension between miners, police, and media in post-apartheid South Africa. It highlights the miners' grievances over poor living conditions and inadequate compensation. The narrative delves into the impact of protests on families, particularly the loss of breadwinners. The community's growing animosity towards the police is evident, with vows of revenge marking a significant incident in the country's history.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the miners feeling towards the police and media?

Supportive and friendly

Trustful and cooperative

Nervous and suspicious

Indifferent and neutral

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do the miners believe about taking lives?

Only God can take lives

The media influences who takes lives

The police have the right to take lives

Anyone can take lives with weapons

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main grievances of the miners?

Lack of job opportunities

Inadequate wages

Poor healthcare facilities

Unfair working hours

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the living conditions like in the T square settlement?

Modern and technologically advanced

Cramped and overcrowded

Clean and well-maintained

Luxurious and spacious

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the mining community's response to the police actions?

They seek legal action

They decide to relocate

They vow revenge

They plan to negotiate peacefully