Samantha Power: A complicated hero in the war on dictatorship

Samantha Power: A complicated hero in the war on dictatorship

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Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses American responses to genocide, highlighting a lack of action during the Rwandan genocide. It contrasts this with the emergence of a student-driven anti-genocide movement in the 21st century, which has achieved some success but faces challenges in global reach and credibility. The video also explores the life of Sergio Vieira de Mello, a UN diplomat known for his work in conflict zones, and draws lessons from his approach to dealing with evil, emphasizing dignity, freedom from fear, and humility.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the lack of American response to the Rwandan genocide, as highlighted in the transcript?

Economic constraints

Focus on endangered species

Lack of media coverage

Political instability

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change occurred in the 21st century regarding responses to genocide?

Increased military interventions

Formation of a permanent anti-genocide movement

Greater media coverage

More diplomatic negotiations

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What innovative tool did the anti-genocide movement introduce to influence U.S. Congress members?

Genocide awareness workshops

Public protests

Genocide grades

Social media campaigns

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the outcomes of the anti-genocide movement's pressure on the Bush administration?

Reduction in foreign aid

Withdrawal of troops from Iraq

Referral of Darfur crimes to the International Criminal Court

Increased military presence in Sudan

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main limitations of the anti-genocide movement discussed in the transcript?

Lack of funding

Limited to American borders

Over-reliance on technology

Insufficient media attention

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the transcript, what is essential for the anti-genocide movement to become more effective globally?

Stronger leadership

More media coverage

Cross-border collaboration

Increased funding

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Sergio Vieira de Mello, as described in the transcript?

An American journalist

A U.S. senator

A Brazilian diplomat

A Rwandan activist

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