CLEAN : British postal workers strike for better wages as cost of living crisis worsens

CLEAN : British postal workers strike for better wages as cost of living crisis worsens

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Business, Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the demand for a substantial pay rise for members, reflecting their efforts during the pandemic and protecting against inflation. It highlights the company's significant profits and their decision to reward shareholders and executives while imposing a minimal pay increase on the workforce. The video also touches on the government's reaction to strikes, likening it to past eras, and emphasizes the strong public support for postal workers, who are seen as integral to society.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of the repetitive chant 'What do we want? When do we want it?' in the video?

To introduce a new topic

To entertain the viewers

To confuse the audience

To emphasize the urgency of the demands

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key reasons for demanding a pay rise mentioned in the video?

To improve working conditions

To reduce working hours

To match the inflation rate

To increase company profits

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the company respond to its financial success, according to the video?

By hiring more staff

By distributing profits to shareholders

By reducing product prices

By increasing employee salaries by 10%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical period is the government's reaction to the strikes compared to?

The Industrial Revolution

World War II

The Victorian Era

The days of Margaret Thatcher

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do postal workers have significant public support, as mentioned in the video?

They are seen as part of the social fabric

They offer free services

They work fewer hours

They have the highest salaries