Senior Russian Olympic official Vitali Smirnov speaks to journalists about allegations of state-sponsored doping

Senior Russian Olympic official Vitali Smirnov speaks to journalists about allegations of state-sponsored doping

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Journalism, Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses allegations of a state-sponsored doping program in Russia, with references to the speaker's personal experiences and awards. The speaker addresses the need for transparency and accountability, promising to provide evidence if any governmental documents are found supporting the doping policy. The discussion highlights the challenges of regaining global confidence amidst these allegations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main criticism from the anti-doping community towards Russia?

Poor performance in international events

State-sponsored doping program

Lack of funding for sports

Inadequate training facilities

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker mention seeing in Wisconsin?

A sense of stimulation

A doping scandal

A new sports facility

A famous athlete

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What award does the speaker mention they have not yet received?

World Sports Award

Pulitzer Prize

Gold Olympic Order

Nobel Peace Prize

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What promise does the speaker make regarding governmental documents?

To keep them confidential

To provide them to journalists

To publish them online

To destroy them

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's stance on supporting governmental policy?

They fully support it

They deny any involvement

They are neutral

They are against it