Morgue on screen in Iraq

Morgue on screen in Iraq

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the operations at Baghdad's morgue, highlighting the challenges of identifying victims of sectarian violence. It follows a woman's tragic search for her kidnapped husband, illustrating the personal toll of the conflict. The video concludes with the broader impact of the war on civilian casualties and the mourning process, emphasizing the loss of closure for many families.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge faced by Baghdad's morgue due to sectarian violence?

Inadequate funding

Lack of refrigeration units

Unrecognizable victims

Insufficient staff

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long does the morgue keep bodies before making space for new arrivals?

Five days

Seven days

Ten days

Three days

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What personal tragedy does the woman in the second section face?

Her house was destroyed

She lost her job

Her husband was kidnapped and later found dead

Her child was kidnapped

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of marking graves in the context of the video?

It helps in legal proceedings

It provides closure for families

It is a government requirement

It prevents future conflicts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the number of burials change from 2003 to 2004?

Decreased significantly

Remained the same

Increased significantly

Fluctuated unpredictably