VOICED: Japan community fights nuclear plant plan

VOICED: Japan community fights nuclear plant plan

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Interactive Video

Science, Geography, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video explores the life of Misaki, a fisherman on a small island in southern Japan, and the challenges he faces due to the construction of a nearby nuclear power plant. The community has been resisting the project for 28 years, inspired by the Fukushima disaster. Despite offers to abandon their cause, they continue to fight against nuclear power, hoping to influence the rest of Japan. The video also highlights the broader implications of nuclear power in Japan, which has 54 facilities, and the community's determination to prevent further construction.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenges does Misaki face as a fisherman due to the nearby construction?

Overfishing in the area

Fish being scared away by sirens and dynamite

Pollution from industrial waste

Increased competition from other fishermen

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long has the community been campaigning against the nuclear power plant project?

5 years

28 years

10 years

15 years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the community's response to the offer of $12 million to abandon their campaign?

They negotiated for a higher amount

They accepted the offer

They postponed their decision

They refused the offer

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led to the temporary suspension announcement of the nuclear project?

A local protest

A financial crisis

A massive earthquake and tsunami

A government policy change

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the broader impact of the community's resistance against the nuclear power plant?

It has inspired anti-nuclear activism across Japan

It has led to increased tourism in the area

It has resulted in the construction of more plants

It has caused a decline in local businesses