CLEAN: Crisis reaches South AfricaÕs miners

CLEAN: Crisis reaches South AfricaÕs miners

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Business, Social Studies, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the challenges faced by workers in the platinum mining industry in Rustenburg, South Africa, due to falling platinum prices. It highlights the economic impact on workers, with significant job cuts announced and further losses predicted. The socioeconomic consequences are severe, affecting millions who depend on the industry, and requiring a response from South Africa's government.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the uncertainty faced by workers at the platinum mine in Rustenburg?

New mining technologies

Increased demand for platinum

Falling platinum prices

Rising platinum prices

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is John Lepota, as mentioned in the video?

The owner of the mine

A union leader

A newly hired miner

A miner with 30 years of experience

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many job cuts have been announced for South African mines?

25,000

10,000

20,000

15,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company is mentioned as the third largest platinum producer in the world?

Anglo American

Lonmin

Sibanye-Stillwater

Impala Platinum

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact of the platinum industry crisis on South Africa?

A boost in employment

Increased foreign investment

A potential disaster affecting millions

Stabilization of the economy