Protests against shipbuilding job losses

Protests against shipbuilding job losses

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Business, History, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the rich history of shipbuilding in Portsmouth, highlighting the challenges faced by workers due to a decline in shipbuilding activity. It features Paul King's family, who have been in the industry for over a century, and addresses the future of shipbuilding, with military ships moving to Glasgow. The Ministry of Defence's decision aims to secure the industry's future, but the impact on local jobs remains uncertain.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of the workers in Portsmouth's shipbuilding industry?

The increase in shipbuilding orders

The lack of skilled workers

The potential loss of their jobs

The quality of the ships being built

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long has Paul King's family been involved in the shipbuilding industry?

Over 200 years

Over 100 years

Over 150 years

Over 50 years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What year did Paul King's grandfather start his apprenticeship in shipbuilding?

1953

1981

1922

1904

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where will future military ships be built according to the transcript?

Portsmouth

London

Glasgow

Liverpool

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What reason is given for the shift in shipbuilding to Glasgow?

Higher demand for ships

Upcoming vote on Scottish independence

Better weather conditions

More skilled workers available