Country Prepares For Election Amid Chaos

Country Prepares For Election Amid Chaos

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The video discusses the political turmoil in Egypt, focusing on the protests against the potential return of the old regime and the controversial presidential candidates, Ahmed Shafiq and Mohamed Morsi. It highlights the mass hunger strike and fears of unrest if Shafiq wins. The video also covers the challenges in Egypt's transition to democracy, with a rerun of parliamentary elections and the military's influence. The election, intended to resolve unrest, has deepened divisions, leaving Egyptians with a difficult choice between two feared candidates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action have some people taken to prevent Ahmed Shafiq from becoming president?

Organized protests

Joined a mass hunger strike

Signed a petition

Held a press conference

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the two main candidates in the Egyptian presidential election discussed in the video?

Mohamed Morsi and Abdel Fattah el-Sisi

Hosni Mubarak and Mohamed Morsi

Ahmed Shafiq and Mohamed Morsi

Ahmed Shafiq and Hosni Mubarak

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of young secular Egyptians regarding the election?

Lack of economic opportunities

Choice between two undesirable candidates

Increased foreign influence

Environmental issues

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the impact of the election on Egypt's divisions?

It has healed the divisions

It has exacerbated the divisions

It has had no impact

It has united the country

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is believed to be the shadowy power behind Egypt's chaotic transition to democracy?

The media

The military

Foreign governments

Religious groups