CLEAN : Torture becoming normalised: Amnesty

CLEAN : Torture becoming normalised: Amnesty

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Moral Science

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the ongoing use of torture in 141 countries, despite many having signed the UN Convention against Torture. It highlights the normalization of torture, especially in the context of national security, and the fear it instills in people. The video also covers a new campaign aimed at mobilizing global opinion and action to stop torture in five countries where it is prevalent.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many countries continue to practice torture despite signing a UN Convention against it?

100

141

200

44

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of people fear they might be tortured if taken into custody?

30%

50%

44%

60%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which context has torture become more normalized, especially since the war on terror?

In the European Union

In healthcare settings

In the United States and its sphere of influence

In educational institutions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many years ago was a global treaty banning torture achieved?

40 years ago

30 years ago

20 years ago

10 years ago

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the goal of the new two-year campaign mentioned in the video?

To increase the use of torture

To stop torture in five countries

To ignore the issue of torture

To promote torture in educational settings