VOICED: Workers takeover prison in protest against plant closure

VOICED: Workers takeover prison in protest against plant closure

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Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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In Sardinia, workers from a petrochemical plant occupy a prison to protest job losses after the plant's temporary closure. Despite government promises to save jobs, workers face harsh realities of unemployment. The local community supports the protest, highlighting the broader economic struggles in Italy, especially in the South. The closure of the plant could affect 3000 people, underscoring the severe impact on livelihoods.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are the workers occupying an abandoned prison in Sardinia?

To escape from the authorities

To protest the shutdown of their workplace

To find a new place to live

To support the local government

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the right-wing government promise during the regional elections?

To reduce unemployment benefits

To increase taxes

To save 1200 jobs at the vinyls plant

To build new petrochemical plants

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do the workers feel about Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi's response to their situation?

They feel supported and understood

They believe he is ignoring their hardships

They think he is providing enough jobs

They are indifferent to his actions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What nickname has been given to the prison occupied by the workers?

Redundancy Island

Unity Island

Hope Island

Freedom Island

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact if the petrochemical site closes completely?

The local government will gain more control

Around 3000 people will be affected

Only a few people will be affected

The community will become wealthier

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