Jake Wood: A new mission for veterans -- disaster relief

Jake Wood: A new mission for veterans -- disaster relief

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video discusses the role of military veterans in disaster response, highlighting their skills and the dual challenges of inadequate disaster response and veteran reintegration. The tragic story of Clay Hunt, a veteran who took his own life, prompted a shift in focus from disaster response to veteran service. The organization now aims to restore purpose, community, and self-worth to veterans by involving them in disaster response efforts, providing them with a sense of mission and belonging.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What two main problems did the speaker identify in disaster response and veteran reintegration?

Lack of funding and resources

Inadequate disaster response and veteran reintegration

Poor communication and leadership

Insufficient training and equipment

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the tragedy of Clay Hunt's death impact the organization's focus?

It shifted the focus to veteran service through disaster response

It resulted in a focus on mental health services

It led to a focus on disaster response only

It caused the organization to disband

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest is lost by veterans when they return home?

Family connections

Purpose, community, and self-worth

Physical health

Financial stability

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can disaster response help veterans regain their sense of purpose?

By giving them a mission and community

By offering educational opportunities

By providing financial incentives

By allowing them to travel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's vision for the role of veterans in society?

To become political leaders

To serve as educators

To step up and serve through disaster response

To focus on personal development