VOICED : Experto mexicano pone en duda construccion del muro en frontera

VOICED : Experto mexicano pone en duda construccion del muro en frontera

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Social Studies, History

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The transcript discusses Donald Trump's proposal to build a wall on the US-Mexico border, highlighting the challenges and impracticality of the plan. Eliseo Díaz, a border studies researcher, argues that the proposal is out of context, as more Mexicans are returning than leaving. The Mexican government has limited options if Trump insists on the wall, mainly international complaints. The idea of Mexico paying for the wall is seen as campaign rhetoric, with current barriers halted due to US budget constraints.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason Eliseo Díaz doubts the construction of the wall?

Technical difficulties

Lack of intention from Trump

Opposition from Mexico

Financial constraints

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the researcher believe the wall is unnecessary?

It is too expensive

More Mexicans are returning than leaving

It would harm US-Mexico relations

It is technologically unfeasible

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the expert see as a limited option for the Mexican government?

Negotiating with the US

Building their own wall

Filing complaints in international organizations

Increasing border security

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the claim about Mexico paying for the wall considered to be?

A serious proposal

A diplomatic agreement

A campaign rhetoric

A financial strategy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What halted the construction of the current barrier?

Technical issues

Political opposition

Environmental concerns

Budgetary restrictions in the US