Badger Cull Begins Amid Protests

The video discusses the secretive badger cull operation in West Somerset and West Gloucestershire, aiming to reduce bovine TB by 16%. Campaigners, both peaceful and saboteur groups, oppose the cull, which targets 70% of badgers. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs supports the cull, citing the disease's impact on cattle and wildlife. Farmers express the need for vaccination, though practical use is a decade away. Public protests continue, with emotional responses to the cull's effects.

What is the main reason given for the secrecy of the badger cull locations?

• To protect the badgers from harm

• To prevent public interference

• To ensure the safety of the shooters

• To comply with government regulations

What percentage of badgers is expected to be culled in West Somerset and West Gloucestershire?

• 70%

• 60%

• 80%

• 50%

What is the expected reduction in bovine TB rates due to the cull?

• 10%

• 16%

• 20%

• 25%

How long is it estimated to take before a practical vaccination for cattle is available?

• 5 years

• 12 years

• 10 years

• 7 years

What emotional description is given to the sound associated with the cull?

• A woman being tortured

• An animal in pain

• A child crying

• A man shouting