VOICED : FARC tras primeros votos en una Colombia resentida por la guerra

VOICED : FARC tras primeros votos en una Colombia resentida por la guerra

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, History

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The transcript discusses the transformation of FARC from a rebel group to a political party in Colombia. After the 2016 peace agreement, ex-rebels returned to the mountains not to fight but to seek votes. The transition to peace is challenging in a reactionary Colombia. FARC leaders like Marcos Calarca and Pablo Catatumbo aim to enter Congress, with the peace pact guaranteeing them seats. Voters express mixed feelings, recognizing FARC's understanding of rural issues. Despite low poll support, FARC halted public rallies, focusing on security. The group's commitment to confess crimes and repair victims angers many, especially the right-wing, which seeks to alter the peace accords.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new mission of the FARC as they return to the Colombian mountains?

To continue fighting against the state

To seek votes and build peace

To negotiate with other countries

To establish a new rebel group

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change occurred for the FARC due to the 2016 Peace Agreement?

They were disbanded completely

They were exiled from Colombia

They gained political representation

They received military support

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the FARC's strategy to increase their political representation?

By participating in the upcoming legislative elections

By increasing military actions

By forming alliances with other countries

By negotiating with the government for more seats

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do some Colombians, especially the right-wing, oppose the current peace agreements?

They support the FARC's return to conflict

They believe the FARC should be given more power

They want to increase military actions

They are angered by the FARC's political presence and lenient penalties

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What commitment has the FARC made regarding their past actions?

To deny all accusations

To confess their crimes and compensate victims

To seek international support

To return to armed conflict