VOICED: Locals bid to derail France-Italy rail link

The video discusses a new high-speed rail link project in the Italian Alps, aimed at reducing travel times. While France has progressed since 2002, local protests in Italy's Susa Valley have delayed the project. Despite test drilling and police presence, locals express concerns over environmental and social impacts. Proponents argue the project will reduce road traffic and pollution, but skepticism remains.

What is the primary reason for the protests against the new rail link in the Susa Valley?

• Environmental concerns

• Safety issues

• Increased travel times

• Lack of funding

When did France begin work on the high-speed rail project?

• 2005

• 2010

• 2002

• 2000

What measures have been taken to ensure the continuation of the rail project despite protests?

• Police presence

• Increased funding

• Environmental assessments

• Public debates

What is one of the environmental benefits claimed by the backers of the rail line?

• Increasing tourism

• Lowering construction costs

• Decreasing road traffic

• Reducing air travel

How many trucks does the European Union claim will be kept off the roads each year due to the rail project?

• 500,000

• 1,000,000

• 1,500,000

• 2,000,000