CLEAN : Obama says US morally obliged to heal Laos war wounds

CLEAN : Obama says US morally obliged to heal Laos war wounds

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History, Social Studies, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the extensive bombing of Laos by the United States from 1964 to 1973, making it the most heavily bombed country per capita in history. Many bombs remain unexploded, causing injuries and deaths among Laotians. The U.S. has increased funding to help remove these bombs, with plans to double the annual funding to $90 million over the next three years to enhance these efforts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much more bombing did Laos experience compared to Germany and Japan during World War Two?

Only on par with Japan

Equal to Germany and Japan

More than Germany and Japan combined

Less than Germany and Japan

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant ongoing danger in Laos due to past bombings?

Earthquakes

Drought

Flooding

Unexploded bombs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are primarily affected by the unexploded bombs in Laos?

Urban residents

Military personnel

Farmers and children

Tourists visiting Laos

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the long-term impact of injuries caused by unexploded bombs?

Temporary discomfort

Lifelong disabilities

Minor bruises

Short-term pain

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent action has the U.S. taken to assist Laos in bomb removal?

Doubled annual funding

Reduced funding

Maintained current funding

Stopped funding