Miners Unrest Gathers Momentum

Miners Unrest Gathers Momentum

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The video discusses a prominent figure in South Africa, celebrated by the public but accused by the government of inciting unrest in the mining sector. He addresses soldiers, drawing parallels between their struggles and those of the Marikana miners, and criticizes the handling of protests.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is seen as a hero by the underprivileged working class in South Africa?

A government official

A famous athlete

A public figure accused of inciting unrest

A local businessman

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main accusation against the hero by the government?

Avoiding taxes

Inciting unrest in the mining industry

Embezzling funds

Promoting illegal trade

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

To whom did the hero compare the soldiers' plight?

Healthcare workers

School teachers

Marikana miners

Local farmers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for the soldiers' suspension?

Joining a political party

Refusing to work

Protesting against the government

Demanding more pay

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue did the hero address in his speech to the soldiers?

Healthcare improvements

Protest shootings

Environmental policies

Education reform