What tragic event occurred in OU Pura last year?
Digging for gold in Burkina Faso

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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A flood destroyed the mines.
A fire broke out in the tunnels.
An accident killed around 20 men.
A landslide buried the equipment.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What do miners rely on to endure the harsh conditions in the mines?
Advanced machinery
Stimulants like coffee and cigarettes
Protective gear
Government support
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How much gold do miners typically find after two months of work?
Several kilograms
A few grams
Hundreds of grams
No gold at all
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the approximate value of 5000 francs in euros?
10 euros
5 euros
8 euros
12 euros
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the government's stance on small-scale mines?
They discourage them but with little success.
They fully support them.
They provide financial aid to them.
They have banned them completely.
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