Trump Tells GM to 'Bring Jobs Home'

Trump Tells GM to 'Bring Jobs Home'

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses the conflict between President Trump, General Motors (GM), and the United Auto Workers (UAW) over the closure of the Lordstown plant, affecting 17,000 workers. This issue is significant as Trump plans to visit Ohio, a crucial state for his reelection campaign. GM is pressuring the UAW, while Trump places them in his political crosshairs. Criticism of GM comes from both Republicans and Democrats, highlighting the bipartisan nature of the issue.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for President Trump's criticism of General Motors?

Their decision to merge with another company

Their decision to expand operations overseas

Their decision to increase car prices

Their decision to shut down the Lordstown plant

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many workers were affected by the shutdown of the Lordstown plant?

10,000

17,000

25,000

30,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the relationship between GM and the UAW described in the video?

They have reached a mutual agreement

GM is putting pressure on the UAW

They are collaborating on a new project

The UAW is supporting GM's decisions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the political significance of Ohio mentioned in the video?

It is the location of the UAW's main office

It is a key battleground state for the president's reelection

It is the headquarters of General Motors

It is where the president plans to retire

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who else, besides President Trump, has criticized GM according to the video?

Only Republicans

Both Republicans and Democrats

Only Democrats

Neither Republicans nor Democrats