VOICED: Cambodian children face up to brutal past

The video discusses the introduction of a new history curriculum in Cambodia, focusing on the Khmer Rouge regime's atrocities. For the first time, students are learning in-depth about this dark period, which saw up to 2 million people killed. The government has approved a new textbook to ensure this history is not forgotten. The video highlights the importance of education in preventing future genocides and the role of individual responsibility. It also covers the trial of a key regime figure and the impact of educational reforms on students' understanding of their country's past.

What significant event are the students in Phnom Penh learning about for the first time?

• The American Civil War

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The Khmer Rouge regime

• The French Revolution

Why is the history of the Khmer Rouge regime considered a sensitive topic?

• It is a fictional story

• It happened in another country

• It is not well-documented

• It involves current government members

What is the purpose of the Genocide Museum in Phnom Penh?

• To promote tourism

• To display ancient artifacts

• To educate about the Khmer Rouge regime

• To showcase modern art

Who was on trial for mass torture at the main regime prison?

• A museum curator

• A foreign diplomat

• The prison chief, Deutsch

• A local teacher

What is emphasized as crucial in preventing future genocides?

• International treaties

• Economic sanctions

• Wider education and individual responsibility

• Military intervention