Taliban Power Challenged With Protests On Independence Day

Taliban Power Challenged With Protests On Independence Day

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Social Studies, History, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the challenges faced by the Taliban from protests and a vocal young generation. It highlights the violent suppression of protests in Kabul and Jalalabad, and the resistance building in Panjshir. The Taliban's approach to governance is explored, including their education policies in Harat. Human rights abuses are reported, alongside the US government's stance on the safety of Americans. Evacuation challenges for Americans and Afghans are also covered.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of the Taliban to the protests in Jalalabad?

They supported the demonstrators.

They ignored the protests.

They fired on demonstrators.

They joined the protests.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of Afghanistan's vice president in the Northeast province of Panjshir?

Building a new government.

Encouraging citizens to join the resistance.

Negotiating with the Taliban.

Improving the economy.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Taliban's approach to education for girls in Harat?

Girls are only allowed to study at home.

Girls can attend school if they wear a hijab.

Girls can attend school without any restrictions.

Girls are not allowed to attend school.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the US government's stance on the safety of Americans in Afghanistan?

Americans are being harmed.

There are no hostile interactions with the Taliban.

Americans are being evacuated quickly.

The US government is not concerned about their safety.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a reported human rights abuse mentioned in the transcript?

Children are not allowed to go to school.

People are being forced to leave their homes.

Women are not allowed to work.

A young man was beaten for wearing jeans.