VOICED : Se suicida exentrenador olímpico de gimnasia de EEUU acusado de agresión sexual

VOICED : Se suicida exentrenador olímpico de gimnasia de EEUU acusado de agresión sexual

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John Geddert, former coach of the U.S. women's gymnastics team at the 2012 Olympics, committed suicide after being charged with sexual assault and human trafficking. He faced allegations of physical, verbal, and sexual abuse at his Michigan club, Twist Stars. Larry Nassar, a former team doctor, also worked there and was convicted of abusing over 200 athletes. Geddert was accused of lying to police about Nassar's actions and forcing victims to seek Nassar's medical attention. An investigation into Geddert began in 2018, leading to his retirement.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What led to John Geddert's suicide?

He was accused of financial fraud.

He was accused of sexual assault and human trafficking.

He was diagnosed with a terminal illness.

He lost a major sports competition.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did John Geddert allegedly commit his crimes?

During international competitions.

At his sports club, Twist Stars, in Michigan.

In his private residence.

At a national sports event.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Larry Nassar in relation to the gymnastics team?

A public relations officer.

A financial advisor for the team.

A team doctor who abused athletes.

A coach for the gymnastics team.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the U.S. Gymnastics Federation's response to the Nassar scandal?

They increased security at events.

They disbanded the gymnastics team.

They offered a compensation plan of $215 million.

They denied all allegations.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was John Geddert accused of in relation to Larry Nassar's crimes?

He was accused of helping Nassar escape.

He was accused of coaching athletes poorly.

He was accused of lying about his knowledge of Nassar's actions.

He was accused of financial misconduct.