CLEAN : US veterans protest shutdown, worry

CLEAN : US veterans protest shutdown, worry

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Social Studies, History, Business

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the impact of government budget issues on military veterans, highlighting the challenges they face due to spending cuts. It emphasizes the need for political cooperation to resolve these issues and ensure veterans receive the support they deserve. The speaker, a disabled veteran, shares personal concerns about potential payment disruptions and calls for better negotiation and collaboration among political leaders.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern discussed by the speaker regarding military allowances?

Increased allowances for all military personnel

Temporary lodging allowance cuts due to shutdowns

New benefits introduced for veterans

Permanent increase in military pay

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker thank veterans in the second section?

For their service and sacrifices

For attending the meeting

For their financial contributions

For their political support

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's main concern as a disabled veteran?

Increased taxes on benefits

Being deployed overseas

Not receiving payment next month

Losing access to healthcare

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest is necessary to resolve budget issues?

More public protests

Better cooperation between political parties

Higher taxes on veterans

Increased military spending

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the President's approach to negotiations?

Flexible and accommodating

Proactive and engaging

Aggressive and confrontational

Aloof and uncommunicative

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