VOICED : Masacre de Tlatelolco episodio de Mexico sin esclarecer

VOICED : Masacre de Tlatelolco episodio de Mexico sin esclarecer

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History, Social Studies, Other

10th - 12th Grade

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On October 2, 1968, a student protest in Mexico City was violently suppressed by the military, resulting in numerous deaths. The event, known as the Tlatelolco massacre, remains shrouded in mystery with conflicting reports on the number of casualties. Despite a planned dialogue between student leaders and the government, the protest went ahead, leading to a tragic confrontation. Historical accounts suggest the military's involvement was intended to portray the students as armed aggressors. The exact details and death toll remain disputed, with the government acknowledging far fewer deaths than reported by international media.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event took place on October 2, 1968, in Mexico City?

The Tlatelolco Massacre

The beginning of the Olympic Games

A government election

A peaceful student rally

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Félix Hernández Gamundi in the context of the 1968 student movement?

A military leader

A journalist

A student leader

A government official

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the meeting between student leaders and government representatives on October 2, 1968?

To organize a new political party

To discuss economic reforms

To negotiate the suspension of a student march

To plan the Olympic Games

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of the Olimpia Battalion during the Tlatelolco events?

To negotiate with the government

To organize the Olympic Games

To detain the movement leaders

To protect the students

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the government’s reported number of deaths compare to international reports?

The numbers were the same

The government did not report any deaths

The government reported more deaths

The government reported fewer deaths