Bernie Sanders speaks about the issue of witnesses in the impeachment trial

Bernie Sanders speaks about the issue of witnesses in the impeachment trial

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Politics, Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses the Republican approach to managing witnesses in a trial, expressing concerns about conducting a trial without witnesses and full evidence. It highlights the perceived Republican focus on protecting the President rather than ensuring an open trial. The desire of witnesses, such as John Bolton, to testify is noted, along with Republican resistance to hearing from them. The transcript concludes with closing remarks and expressions of gratitude.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern does the speaker express about the trial process?

The trial is being held in secret.

There are no witnesses or evidence being presented.

The trial is too expensive.

The trial is too lengthy.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest about the Republican colleagues' priorities?

They are interested in protecting the President.

They are concerned about the trial's cost.

They want to include more witnesses.

They are focused on a fair trial.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is mentioned as wanting to testify in the trial?

John Bolton

Nancy Pelosi

Mitch McConnell

Joe Biden

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker question about the Republicans' stance?

Their financial management

Their fear of hearing from witnesses

Their choice of legal representatives

Their media strategy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker conclude their remarks?

By criticizing the media

By announcing a break

By thanking the audience

By proposing a new law