VOICED: Reported 'honour' killings rising in Pakistan

VOICED: Reported 'honour' killings rising in Pakistan

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Performing Arts

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the issue of honor killings in Pakistan, where a theater group is using a play to raise awareness. The play highlights the dangers faced by couples in love, particularly women, due to societal norms. It shares a personal story of a woman who escaped an honor killing and now lives in a shelter. Campaigners are pushing for legal reforms and societal change to protect women's rights and ensure justice. The play ends on a hopeful note, aiming to inspire change and reduce the prevalence of honor killings.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the theater group mentioned in the video?

To raise awareness about honor killings

To entertain the audience with a comedy play

To showcase traditional dance forms

To perform a historical drama

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the fate of the woman's partner in the personal story shared?

He was murdered on the day they planned to marry

He decided to marry someone else

He managed to escape with her

He was imprisoned for eloping

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are campaigners primarily fighting for in the context of honor killings?

To promote arranged marriages

To ban all forms of theater plays

To change the social mindset and accept women's choice in marriage

To increase the number of shelters for women

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legal flaw is highlighted as a barrier to justice in honor killing cases?

High legal fees for victims

Family members forgiving the murderer, ending the case

Lack of evidence in court

Inadequate police training

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the play conclude, according to the video?

The play ends with a tragic death

The couple decides to separate

The couple is caught and punished

The women of the village help the couple escape

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