VOICED : The daily struggle of Americas motel kids

VOICED : The daily struggle of Americas motel kids

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video highlights the struggles of 'motel kids', children from families who live in motels due to financial hardships. These families often lack privacy and proper living conditions, and their children face challenges in education and nutrition. The economic recession has increased the number of such families. Chef Bruno Serato, a community hero, provides free meals to these children, aiming to improve their nutrition and offer some relief. His efforts underscore the importance of community support in addressing these issues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason Leissner and her children are living in a hotel room?

They lost their home after a divorce.

They are renovating their house.

They are on vacation.

They prefer hotel living.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What term is used to describe children like Marissa and her brother?

Nomadic youth

Motel kids

Transient kids

Hotel children

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Since when has the number of motel kids increased significantly?

Since 2008

Since 1995

Since 2015

Since 2000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main challenges faced by motel kids regarding their meals?

They often eat at expensive restaurants.

They have to cook their own meals.

They have access to gourmet meals.

They rely on fast food, which is not very healthy.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Chef Bruno Serato's main contribution to helping motel kids?

Providing them with free educational resources.

Offering them free meals daily.

Giving them free accommodation.

Teaching them how to cook.