People throughout US give their opinion about countries in Europe paying wartime debts from World War I

People throughout US give their opinion about countries in Europe paying wartime debts from World War I

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Business, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video presents different perspectives on the issue of war debts. An attorney argues that all facts point to the necessity of paying these debts, emphasizing the responsibility of foreign countries. A bank manager from California agrees that debts should be paid but suggests temporary extensions might be needed. Lastly, a housewife from California shares her struggles with budgeting and suggests that foreign nations might also need leniency in managing their debts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the attorney's main argument regarding war debts?

War debts should be forgiven.

All facts should be considered to see that debts should be paid.

Foreign countries should be given more time to pay.

War debts are not important.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the bank manager, what might be necessary for some nations regarding war debts?

Temporary extensions for payment.

Permanent cancellation of debts.

Reduction of the debt amount.

Immediate payment in full.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the bank manager believe would happen if the European debt was canceled?

It would improve the economy.

It would have no impact.

It would strengthen international relations.

It would lead to a national crisis.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the housewife's perspective on managing budgets?

Budgets are irrelevant to debt discussions.

Foreign nations have no budget issues.

Managing a household budget is easy.

Foreign nations might struggle with their budgets too.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the housewife suggest regarding foreign nations and their debts?

They should be given more leniency.

Their debts should be increased.

They should be forced to pay immediately.

They should ignore their debts.