CLEAN : Cuban democracy and human rights will be focus: expert

CLEAN : Cuban democracy and human rights will be focus: expert

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History, Social Studies, Political Science

11th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses a significant shift in U.S. policy towards Cuba, marking the first major change in over 50 years. President Obama decided to normalize relations, moving away from isolation and sanctions, which had not achieved the desired democratic change in Cuba. The Cuban government is wary of this shift, fearing it could lead to regime change. The focus now shifts to the lack of democracy and human rights in Cuba. Public opinion, particularly among Cubans, supports this policy change, including lifting the embargo, indicating a solid political ground for the President's decision.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for the U.S. to change its longstanding policy towards Cuba?

To strengthen military alliances

To increase tourism

To improve trade relations

To achieve democratic change in Cuba

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Cuban government perceive the U.S. policy shift?

As a chance to improve economic ties

As a way to enhance tourism

As a potential threat to their regime

As an opportunity for cultural exchange

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the focus of U.S. policy towards Cuba for the last 55 years?

Promoting tourism

Isolating and sanctioning Cuba

Supporting Cuban democracy

Encouraging trade

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new focus of U.S. policy towards Cuba after the recent changes?

Improving trade relations

Enhancing military cooperation

Addressing the lack of democracy and human rights

Increasing cultural exchanges

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do surveys indicate about Cuban public opinion on U.S. policy changes?

A majority support changes, including lifting the embargo

Most Cubans oppose any changes

Cubans are indifferent to the changes

Cubans prefer stricter sanctions