CLEAN : Police fire tear gas in US town as Obama calls for calm

CLEAN : Police fire tear gas in US town as Obama calls for calm

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Social Studies, History, Moral Science

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the situation in Ferguson, highlighting the lack of trust between the community and law enforcement due to restrictions on freedom of expression and assembly. It draws parallels between local injustices and those occurring globally, such as in Egypt and Palestine. The role of Amnesty International in addressing human rights abuses, particularly in the context of criminal justice and racial profiling in the United States, is also explored.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary role of organizers, researchers, and observers in Ferguson as mentioned in the video?

To provide financial aid

To stand with the people and highlight global injustices

To enforce the law

To negotiate with law enforcement

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which regions are mentioned as having similar injustices to those in Ferguson?

Australia and Canada

Egypt and the Gaza Strip

India and China

Russia and Ukraine

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has increased the community's distrust towards law enforcement?

Increased taxes

More community events

Restrictions on freedom of expression and assembly

Better communication

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main focuses of Amnesty International in the United States?

Environmental issues

Healthcare reforms

Criminal justice and racial profiling

Economic policies

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which issue is NOT mentioned as a concern of Amnesty International in the video?

Climate change

Criminal justice

Racial profiling

Excessive use of force by police