CLEAN : Ramaphosa says "someone is being held" over parliament fire in Cape Town

CLEAN : Ramaphosa says "someone is being held" over parliament fire in Cape Town

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Social Studies, History, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses a devastating event involving the burning of the National Assembly. It highlights the emotional impact on the community, particularly after a significant celebration for the Archbishop. Despite the damage, the resilience of Parliament is emphasized, and the importance of the building as a national asset is noted. The transcript also mentions the ongoing investigation into the fire's cause and the quick response that prevented further destruction.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event is described as devastating in the first section?

A natural disaster

An economic crisis

The loss of a beloved leader

The burning down of the National Assembly

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the speaker describe the Archbishop's connection to the National Assembly?

He supported and prayed for it

He opposed its existence

He was indifferent to it

He was unaware of it

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speaker's view on the continuation of Parliament's work?

It will be halted indefinitely

It will continue despite the damage

It will be relocated permanently

It will be postponed for a year

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was noted about the sprinkler system during the fire?

It was sabotaged

It failed to operate as expected

It worked perfectly

It was not installed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the quick response to the fire?

The National Assembly was completely destroyed

The fire was ignored

The National Assembly was saved from complete destruction

The fire spread to other buildings