VOICED: Suicides at Apple maker spotlight China's migrant workers

The transcript discusses the working conditions at Foxconn, a major manufacturer for Apple and other electronics brands, highlighting issues such as long hours, low pay, and a series of worker suicides. Labor activists express concern over the treatment of workers, who are often young and work extensive overtime. Foxconn's founder, Terry Gou, has promised to address these issues, but blames personal problems for the suicides. The Hong Kong Labor Group is considering a boycott of Apple's products, while companies like Apple, Dell, and Sony have shown concern but continue business as usual.

What is the main concern of labor activists regarding Foxconn's working conditions?

• The age of the workers

• The location of the factories

• The impact of assembly line work on workers

• The quality of the products manufactured

What is the typical age range of Foxconn workers in Shenzhen?

• 25 to 30 years

• 30 to 35 years

• 18 to 24 years

• 35 to 40 years

How many hours a day do most Foxconn workers labor?

• 14 hours

• 8 hours

• 10 hours

• 12 hours

What measure has Foxconn's founder pledged to implement in response to the suicides?

• Provide free meals

• Reduce working hours

• Install safety nets

• Increase wages

Which group is threatening to boycott Apple's latest iPhone?

• A labor group in Hong Kong

• A consumer group in the USA

• A tech group in Japan

• A student group in Europe