VOICED: Language barriers in the Baltics

VOICED: Language barriers in the Baltics

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the significant presence of ethnic Russians in Latvia, highlighting that many feel discriminated against despite their numbers. It explores issues such as language discrimination and underrepresentation in prestigious positions. Efforts by Russian-speaking Euro MP Dr. Tatiana Dan to address these issues in the EU are also covered. Since Latvia's independence in 1991, only 60% of the Russian minority have taken up Latvian nationality.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What proportion of Latvia's population are Russian speakers?

One-fourth

One-half

One-third

Two-thirds

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do some Russians in Latvia feel about their treatment?

They feel they are treated equally

They feel they are not treated as equals

They feel they are given special privileges

They feel they are ignored

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key issue faced by Russian speakers in Latvia?

Being insulted for speaking Russian

Restricted access to healthcare

Inability to travel freely

Lack of access to education

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Dr. Tatiana Dan?

A Latvian language teacher

A Russian-speaking Euro MP

A Latvian government official

A Russian historian

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the requirements for certain jobs in Latvia?

English language tests

Latvian language tests

Cultural sensitivity training

Russian language proficiency