VOICED : Remote Amazon tribe tries to straddle two worlds

VOICED : Remote Amazon tribe tries to straddle two worlds

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video explores the life of a tribesman balancing his time between the Amazon rainforest and city life, highlighting the challenges of adapting to urban environments. It discusses the importance of opening up to the outside world to defend tribal lands from external threats, such as mining. The tribesmen are adopting modern tactics while preserving ancient traditions. The future of the tribe is seen as dependent on the younger generation's ability to balance modernity with cultural heritage.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main differences between life in the village and life in the city for the tribesman?

In the village, everything is free, while in the city, everything costs money.

In the city, people live in harmony with nature, while in the village, they do not.

The city offers more opportunities for traditional practices than the village.

In the village, people have to pay for water and food, unlike in the city.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important for the tribesmen to open up to the outside world?

To learn new languages and cultures.

To defend their territory and culture from external threats.

To find new places to live.

To increase their population.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What modern tactic is the tribe using to protect their way of life?

Fighting with arrows and weapons.

Avoiding contact with outsiders.

Engaging in political activities and staying informed.

Building new villages in the city.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of Joe's main responsibilities in the tribe?

Building new homes in the village.

Organizing hunting expeditions.

Transmitting the latest news to other villages.

Teaching traditional dances to the youth.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern does the tribe have about the younger generations?

They might prefer city life over their traditional culture.

They are not interested in learning new technologies.

They refuse to participate in traditional ceremonies.

They are moving to other countries.