VOICED: 'Indignant' protestors fight Spanish evictions

VOICED: 'Indignant' protestors fight Spanish evictions

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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In Spain, indignant protesters are trying to prevent the eviction of indebted families. Spanish banks have the right to seize homes and demand full debt repayment, which has led to a record number of evictions since the economic crisis. A solidarity movement has emerged, with personal stories like Maria Jose's highlighting the struggle. Despite government measures to reduce banks' claims, protesters argue they are insufficient.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason protesters are trying to stop evictions in Spain?

They believe banks are unfairly penalizing vulnerable families.

They want to support the banks' rights to seize homes.

They are against any form of mortgage.

They are protesting against the government.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many evictions were ordered by Spanish courts last year?

Over 120,000

Over 50,000

Over 93,000

Over 10,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the monthly income of Maria Jose's household?

€700

€500

€1,500

€1,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total debt owed by Maria Jose's family to the bank?

€400,000

€300,000

€200,000

€100,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do the new government measures aim to do?

Reduce the amount banks can reclaim from defaulters.

Eliminate all mortgage debts.

Support banks in evicting families.

Increase the amount banks can reclaim from defaulters.