CLEAN : Protests against DeVos appointment as education secretary

CLEAN : Protests against DeVos appointment as education secretary

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Social Studies, History, Moral Science

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the challenges faced by students in public schools and critiques Betsy DeVos's policies, which are seen as harmful to public education. The speaker shares personal reflections on the importance of public schools and advocates for their support. The video concludes with a discussion on the Senate vote against Betsy DeVos, emphasizing the need for a leader who truly supports public education.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern about Betsy DeVos's ideas regarding public education?

They aim to improve teacher salaries.

They support public schools.

They are dangerous and do not support students.

They focus on increasing public school funding.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker emphasize about their passion for education?

It is for sale.

It is not for sale.

It is focused on private schools.

It is about reducing taxes.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there a strong opposition to Betsy DeVos's nomination?

She plans to increase public school funding.

She has extensive experience in public education.

She has a history of working against public schools.

She supports public schools.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Betsy DeVos's agenda regarding public and private schools?

To promote public schools over private schools.

To increase funding for public schools.

To divert taxpayer money from public to private schools.

To merge public and private schools.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What controversial policy does Betsy DeVos support?

Introducing guns in schools.

Building more public schools.

Increasing teacher salaries.

Reducing class sizes.