Ireland Returns to Lockdown

Ireland Returns to Lockdown

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The video discusses the current lockdown measures, highlighting the economic impact and differing opinions on their necessity. It compares the current situation with previous lockdowns, noting that Ireland is the first European country to re-enter a national lockdown. The focus is on keeping schools open, which is a significant issue for parents and teachers. The government argues that schools are safer for children than the wider community, despite concerns from teachers' unions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two main perspectives on the lockdown discussed in the first section?

Support for lockdown due to health concerns and opposition due to economic costs

Support for lockdown due to political reasons and opposition due to cultural impacts

Support for lockdown due to educational benefits and opposition due to social isolation

Support for lockdown due to environmental concerns and opposition due to health risks

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the current lockdown differ from the one in the spring according to the second section?

It is more restrictive with all sectors closed

It is less restrictive with some sectors like construction open

It is the same with no changes in restrictions

It is more focused on closing schools

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the government's priority during the current lockdown as mentioned in the second section?

Closing all businesses

Keeping schools open

Reducing public transportation

Increasing hospital capacity

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What argument is made about the safety of children in schools during the lockdown?

Children are at high risk in both schools and at home

Children are safer in schools than in the wider community

Children are safer at home than in schools

Children are equally safe at home and in schools

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential issue could arise if schools close due to a teachers' strike?

A decrease in student performance

A significant political problem for the government

An increase in online learning resources

A rise in community transmission rates