VOICED: The acceptable face of US marijuana?

VOICED: The acceptable face of US marijuana?

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Social Studies, Health, Science

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the legal status of medical marijuana in Durango, CO, where patients with a doctor's recommendation can legally obtain it. It highlights the conflict between state and federal laws, with federal law still prohibiting marijuana despite state-level legalization. The video also covers pending regulations in other states and the experiences of patients who rely on marijuana for medical conditions. It concludes with recent legal developments, including the Obama administration's decision not to enforce federal prohibition and upcoming votes in California to legalize marijuana for all uses.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which state can patients legally obtain marijuana with a doctor's recommendation?

New York

Colorado

Texas

Florida

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main criticisms of medical marijuana dispensaries?

They do not offer enough variety.

They are not accessible to patients.

They are a front for illegal drug sales.

They are too expensive.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What condition does Angelo Castro use marijuana to manage?

Arthritis

Chronic pain

Cancer

Glaucoma

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Obama administration's stance on enforcing federal marijuana laws?

They left it to state discretion.

They decided not to enforce it.

They maintained the status quo.

They increased enforcement.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential change regarding marijuana use was California considering?

Increasing taxes on marijuana

Legalizing marijuana for all uses

Banning all marijuana use

Restricting medical marijuana further

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