CLEAN : French mayor on hunger

CLEAN : French mayor on hunger

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Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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Steven, the mayor of Savor, a town near Paris, is on a hunger strike to highlight the financial struggles of his community, which lacks sufficient funds to function. He argues for wealth redistribution from affluent areas to poorer ones like Savor. The town faces high unemployment and low tax income, leading to budgetary issues that threaten public services. Despite some political opposition, Steven has garnered support from various community members and hopes for a resolution soon.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the mayor of Savor take to draw attention to his town's financial issues?

He organized a charity event.

He increased local taxes.

He wrote a letter to the president.

He went on a hunger strike.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main economic challenges faced by the town of Savor?

Few businesses and high unemployment

Excessive tax income

Low unemployment

High tourism rates

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What consequence might the town face due to its financial struggles?

Higher employment rates

Business closures and reduced public services

Increased public services

Opening new businesses

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have local residents reacted to the mayor's hunger strike?

They have largely ignored it.

They have shown support for the initiative.

They have demanded his resignation.

They have protested against it.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the hope of politicians regarding the debate on local budgeting?

To ignore the problem

To reduce the mayor's salary

To find solutions to the financial issues

To increase taxes