I Think Obama Is Floundering: Wight

I Think Obama Is Floundering: Wight

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Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses a speech by Obama, focusing on American leadership, military policy against ISIS, and the challenges of globalization. It highlights the need for international cooperation and critiques Russia's actions. The speech also addresses a new Security Council resolution on foreign fighters and comments on the Ebola crisis.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main limitation of airstrikes mentioned in Obama's speech?

They are not technologically advanced.

They are too costly.

They cannot defeat extremists alone.

They require international approval.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT one of the four major points Obama addressed regarding ISIS?

Degrading ISIS militarily

Framing the conflict as a clash of civilizations

Encouraging Muslim countries to address extremism

Providing air support without ground troops

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Obama suggest is necessary in a globalized world?

Increased military spending

Cooperation between states

Isolationist policies

Strict national interests

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major challenge in implementing the new Security Council resolution on foreign fighters?

Difficulty in policing and defining terrorism

Technological barriers

Lack of funding

Opposition from major powers

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Obama describe Russia's actions in international politics?

Innovative and forward-thinking

Acceptable and necessary

Outdated and unacceptable

Neutral and non-threatening

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of deploying troops in response to the Ebola crisis?

To conduct research on Ebola

To combat the virus directly

To ensure a secure environment for medical teams

To establish military bases

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of Obama's critique of Russia?

Economic policies

Military expansion

Playing an old game in international politics

Environmental issues