Exploring North Korea through Basketball

The Vice team visits North Korea to explore its culture and politics through a basketball exchange program. Despite strict control and propaganda, they engage with locals and even meet Kim Jong-un. The visit highlights the complexities of North Korea's international relations and the potential for cultural diplomacy.

What was the main reason Vice wanted to engage with North Korea through basketball?

• To criticize the regime

• To promote American sports

• To explore the country's natural beauty

• To bridge cultural gaps

What was the initial reaction of the Vice team upon arriving in North Korea?

• They felt completely free

• They were overwhelmed by the hospitality

• They realized they were under strict control

• They were immediately allowed to explore on their own

What was surprising about the basketball camp organized by the Vice team?

• It was held in a small local gym

• It involved only American players

• It was canceled due to political tensions

• It took place in a massive stadium

What was the purpose of the state-sanctioned tours given to the Vice team?

• To show the military strength of North Korea

• To highlight the country's technological advancements

• To allow them to meet with political leaders

• To convince them of the high quality of life in North Korea

What was the Vice team's impression of the computer lab they visited?

• It was filled with foreign students

• It was a high-tech facility

• It was silent and inactive

• It was bustling with activity

What was unique about the basketball game played in North Korea?

• It was the first time Americans played against North Koreans

• It was a friendly match with no audience

• It involved both Americans and North Koreans on the same team

• It was held in a secret location

How did the basketball game end?

• With a clear victory for the Americans

• With a clear victory for the North Koreans

• With a rematch scheduled

• In a tie

What unexpected event occurred after the basketball game?

• The team was invited to a political meeting

• Kim Jong-un attended a dinner with the team

• A second game was organized

• The team was asked to leave the country

What was the main theme of the dinner speeches?

• Celebration of North Korean culture

• Discussion of future sports events

• Criticism of American policies

• Hope for improved relations

What did the Vice team hope to achieve through their visit?

• To open a dialogue and connect with real people

• To promote American basketball

• To explore North Korean cuisine

• To dismantle North Korea's nuclear program