CLEAN : WikiLeaks launches searchable US

CLEAN : WikiLeaks launches searchable US

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Journalism, History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the impact of post-WWII and FOIA on journalism, detailing the release and handling of millions of documents, including Cablegate. It highlights political revelations involving Rajiv Gandhi in India, the Vatican's influence on US politics, and Spain's role in NATO. The video concludes with a focus on cables related to Margaret Thatcher.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant focus of the post-World War Two era discussed in the video?

The intent of the Freedom of Information Act

The rise of digital technology

The development of nuclear weapons

The establishment of the United Nations

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which political figure was implicated in corrupt Swedish arms deals according to the document releases?

Rajiv Gandhi

Indira Gandhi

Sonia Gandhi

Jawaharlal Nehru

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did the Vatican play in international politics as mentioned in the video?

They mediated peace talks in the Middle East

They supported the Soviet Union

They opposed the European Union

They advised the US on public perception management

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the United States view King Carlos of Spain's promotion?

As a threat to democracy

As a means to influence NATO

As a cultural exchange opportunity

As irrelevant to their interests

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event related to Margaret Thatcher is mentioned in the video?

Her death

Her involvement in the Falklands War

Her Nobel Peace Prize win

Her election as Prime Minister