VOICED: US Army Offers Video Game Experience

VOICED: US Army Offers Video Game Experience

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Professional Development, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video explores a US Army-operated arcade that offers combat simulators to teenage visitors. Participants over 13 can play by providing personal information. Soldiers are present to discuss army life and opportunities, emphasizing education rather than recruitment. Despite this, the war-based games attract many young people interested in joining the army. The military has been exceeding recruitment goals, partly due to economic conditions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the video game center mentioned in the transcript?

It is a virtual reality center.

It is run by the US Army.

It is located in a school.

It is operated by a private company.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What information must visitors provide to play the games at the center?

Name and parent's contact number

Name and school name

Name, address, date of birth, and education level

Name and favorite game

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of the soldiers present at the center?

To answer questions about army life and opportunities

To provide technical support for the games

To recruit new soldiers

To organize gaming tournaments

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What draws young people to the army-operated video game center?

The realistic combat simulations

The chance to meet celebrities

The opportunity to win prizes

The free snacks and drinks

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What trend is the military experiencing according to the Department of Defense?

A stable recruitment rate

Exceeding recruitment goals

An increase in recruitment goals

A decrease in recruitment goals