Protestors at Telethon Campaign in London

The transcript discusses the criticism of telethons, highlighting how they perpetuate dependency and inequality for disabled people. It argues that the government uses these events to avoid taking responsibility for social issues. While telethons aim to raise awareness and funds, they are seen as maintaining an unequal status quo. Protests call for the government to treat disabled individuals as equals, rather than relying on charity.

What is one criticism of telethons mentioned in the first section?

• They are too expensive to organize.

• They do not raise enough money.

• They reduce people with disabilities to a state of dependency.

• They are not popular among the general public.

How do telethons allow the government to avoid responsibility, according to the first section?

• By reducing the visibility of the problem.

• By making the public believe the issue is resolved.

• By diverting funds to other areas.

• By allowing others to address the issue.

According to the second section, why do some people believe charity events do not benefit the disabled community?

• They maintain an unequal status for people with disabilities.

• They are not well-publicized.

• They focus on entertainment rather than issues.

• They are held too infrequently.

What is the perspective of telethon organizers regarding the impact of these events?

• They argue telethons should be held more often.

• They feel telethons are too long.

• They think telethons raise awareness about social issues.

• They believe telethons are outdated.

What do protestors believe is necessary for real change in the treatment of disabled people?

• More frequent telethons.

• More donations from the public.

• Government recognition of disabled people as equals.

• Increased media coverage.