VOICED : Argentina: Tres juzgados por desapariciones en dictadura

VOICED : Argentina: Tres juzgados por desapariciones en dictadura

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History, Social Studies, Journalism

10th - 12th Grade

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Omar Grafiña, former head of the Argentine Air Force during the dictatorship, is on trial for the 1978 disappearance of José Manuel Pérez Rojo and Patricia Roy Simblitt. This trial is significant as it is the first oral trial involving Grafiña since his acquittal in 1985. Two of his subordinates, Luis Trillo and Francisco Gómez, are also involved. The trial has sparked controversy, with some viewing it as an act of vengeance against Grafiña. The case is set against the backdrop of the Argentine dictatorship, during which approximately 30,000 people disappeared.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Omar Grafiña and what is he being tried for?

A military officer being tried for embezzlement

A human rights activist being tried for defamation

A former head of the Argentine Air Force being tried for disappearances

A former Argentine president being tried for corruption

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30 sec • 1 pt

What is significant about the trial involving Omar Grafiña?

It is the first trial to involve international judges

It is the first trial to be broadcasted live

It is the first oral trial involving Grafiña since 1985

It is the first trial of its kind in Argentina

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the subordinates of Grafiña involved in the trial?

José Manuel Pérez Rojo and Patricia Roy Simblitt

Luis Trillo and Francisco Gómez

Luis Trillo and José Manuel Pérez Rojo

Rubens and Grafiña

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the defense's argument regarding Francisco Gómez?

He is innocent and has an alibi

The trial is an act of vengeance against him

He was not involved in any military operations

He was following orders from higher authorities

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role have the Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo played in Argentina?

They have been a part of the military regime

They have focused on economic reforms

They have worked to recover grandchildren and seek justice

They have been involved in political campaigns