Challenges of Education in Yungas Valley

The video explores the perilous journeys children in Bolivia undertake to attend school. It highlights the struggles of the Kispa family, where sisters Helen and Mariela navigate dangerous terrain daily. Elmer, another student, crosses a gorge using a zipline. Teacher Angela commutes weekly from La Paz to teach in the jungle. Despite the risks, education is seen as a path to a better future.

What is the primary reason children in the Yungas Valley risk their lives to go to school?

• To escape from home

• To play sports

• To get an education for a better future

• To meet their friends

What is the first stage of Helen and Mariela's journey called?

• The Snake Hill

• The Jungle Path

• The River Crossing

• The Mountain Climb

What dangerous animal do Helen and Mariela fear encountering on their way to school?

• Jaguars

• Coral Snakes

• Wild Boars

• Scorpions

How do Elmer and his brother cross the gorge to get to school?

• By using a homemade zip line

• By riding a bicycle

• By walking across a bridge

• By swimming across a river

What is the main crop grown by Elmer's family?

• Coffee

• Citrus Fruits

• Corn

• Coca

What is the most dangerous part of the teachers' journey to the jungle school?

• Crossing a river

• Climbing a steep mountain

• Driving on a narrow dirt road

• Walking through the jungle

What motivates Angela to continue teaching despite the dangerous journey?

• Her love for the jungle

• The high salary

• Her family lives nearby

• Her desire to help the children

What is the favorite part of the school day for the students?

• Flag ceremony

• Morning gymnastics

• Math class

• Lunch

What do the children receive from the government that they are especially proud of?

• Soccer jerseys

• Bicycles

• Books

• School bags

What is Elmer's dream profession?

• Doctor

• Engineer

• Teacher

• Farmer