NYC Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia has 1500 slot machines destroyed

NYC Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia has 1500 slot machines destroyed

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Social Studies, Business, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the commissioner's strong stance against gambling in York City, highlighting the confiscation and disposal of over 1500 slot machines. It emphasizes the negative impact of slot machines, describing them as devices of loss where players have no chance of winning. The video concludes with a mention of Miss Lillian Wald.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What message does the speaker want to convey to gamblers and crooked politicians?

Slot machines are legal in New York City.

New York City is not a safe place for slot machines.

Slot machines are being promoted in New York City.

New York City is a safe haven for slot machines.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many slot machines were confiscated according to the speaker?

500

1000

1500

2000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the estimated value of the confiscated slot machines?

$100,000

$200,000

$250,000

$150,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker think about slot machines?

They are a device designed for loss.

They are a harmless form of entertainment.

They are a fair game for everyone.

They offer a good chance of winning.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what chance does a player have with slot machines?

A guaranteed win every time.

No chance of winning.

An equal chance of winning and losing.

A high chance of winning.