SPEECH - Kuoth Wiel at Bono and Yoko Ono honor John Lennon at Event on Ellis Island

SPEECH - Kuoth Wiel at Bono and Yoko Ono honor John Lennon at Event on Ellis Island

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Arts

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The speaker shares their journey from being born in a refugee camp in Ethiopia to feeling a sense of belonging in the U.S. They discuss their involvement in the film 'The Good Lie' and the significance of a tapestry dedication honoring John Lennon. The speech highlights the historical importance of Ellis Island and the current global refugee crisis.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the speaker born?

In a refugee camp in Sudan

In a refugee camp in Ethiopia

In a refugee camp in Kenya

In a refugee camp in Uganda

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the Statue of Liberty to the speaker?

It is a famous tourist attraction

It reminds them of their past struggles

It is a symbol of their new home

It represents freedom and opportunity

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Margaret Nagel play in the speaker's life?

She was a co-star in a movie

She wrote the screenplay for 'The Good Lie'

She was a director of a documentary

She wrote a book about the speaker

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did John Lennon and Yoko Ono contribute to Amnesty's work?

By raising funds through songs

By donating art pieces

By writing articles

By organizing concerts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Ellis Island symbolize for migrants?

A historical landmark

A gateway to a new life

A place of hardship

A tourist destination