Thousands take to the streets in Dublin over cost-of-living crisis

Thousands take to the streets in Dublin over cost-of-living crisis

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The transcript addresses economic challenges in Ireland, focusing on stagnant wages, rising energy costs, and the cost of living crisis. It highlights the impact on ordinary people and the need for urgent policy changes. The youth express concerns about their future due to current economic policies. Criticism is directed at the government for not addressing inequalities and failing to listen to the public. The transcript concludes with a call for significant governmental and societal change to improve living conditions and prevent forced emigration.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main economic challenges faced by ordinary people in Ireland as discussed in the first section?

Improved social welfare

Stagnant wages and rising energy costs

Increasing wages

Decreasing energy costs

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the focus of the economic policy mentioned in the second section?

Privatization of public services

Reducing government spending

Rights of working people

Increasing taxes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event is mentioned in the second section that requires public support?

A change in leadership

An increase in social welfare

A referendum on water

A new tax policy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the third section, what action is suggested to address the cost of living crisis?

Reduce healthcare funding

Cut child care costs by 2/3

Increase energy prices

Increase rents

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate call to action in the third section regarding government?

Change of government for real change

Privatize public services

Maintain the current government

Increase government salaries