CLEAN : Anger boils over as London fire toll hits 30

CLEAN : Anger boils over as London fire toll hits 30

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Social Studies, Journalism, History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The transcript discusses a tragedy in a wealthy borough, highlighting the lack of action and accountability from local officials. The speaker criticizes the council for not addressing the needs of the victims and calls for criminal responsibility for the fire. The discussion also touches on economic inequality, with high rents and the neglect of ordinary residents being key issues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern expressed in the first section regarding public inquiries?

The need for more media coverage

Avoiding past mistakes like Bloody Sunday

Increasing the number of inquiries

Reducing the number of victims

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the second section, what is the main issue with the council's response?

They have been too quick to act

They have not released any information

They have been slow and unresponsive

They have lowered rents

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest should happen to those responsible for the tragedy?

They should be promoted

They should be held criminally responsible

They should receive a warning

They should be ignored

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the council's actions in the final section?

Transparent and accountable

Generous and helpful

Self-serving and exploitative

Efficient and responsive

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the impact of the council's actions on ordinary people in the borough?

They are well-supported

They are ignored

They are prioritized

They are celebrated

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