VOICED: Haitian Earthquake Survivor Arrives in New Yo

VOICED: Haitian Earthquake Survivor Arrives in New Yo

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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Eduardo Pierre survived the devastating earthquake in Haiti and was evacuated to Orlando, eventually reuniting with his mother in New York. The video discusses the immigration concerns of Haitians in the US, clarifying that American citizens have priority, while others face uncertainty. The Department of Homeland Security announced temporary protected status for Haitians in the US since January 12th, but this does not apply to those still in Haiti. Community leaders express concerns about the evacuation of American citizens still in Haiti.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason Eduardo Pierre was sent to live with relatives in Haiti?

His relatives needed help with their business.

He wanted to experience life in Haiti.

His mother was completing her nursing degree in New York.

He was attending a special school in Haiti.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Eduardo Pierre manage to reunite with his mother?

He was found by a rescue team in Haiti.

He was evacuated to Orlando and then to New York.

He traveled back to Haiti.

His mother came to Haiti to get him.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are Brooklyn-based Haitians primarily concerned about regarding immigration?

Finding jobs in the US.

Returning to Haiti safely.

Getting financial aid from the government.

Bringing their children to the US.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the temporary protected status announced by the Department of Homeland Security allow?

Haitians to stay in the US indefinitely.

Haitians to stay in the US for at least 18 months.

Haitians to travel freely between the US and Haiti.

Haitians to apply for US citizenship immediately.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are relatives of refugees still in Haiti worried?

They fear for their relatives' safety due to ongoing conflicts.

They have no means to send financial support.

They are unable to contact their relatives.

The temporary protected status does not apply to those still in Haiti.