Special Report: Russia's Secret Syrian Army PART 1

Special Report: Russia's Secret Syrian Army PART 1

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World Languages, History, Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the recruitment and operations of a secret army known as Wagner, led by Nikolai Utkin. Wagner recruits men from Russia, offering them substantial pay to fight in Syria. The recruits undergo training at a special forces base in Malkina, Russia, before being deployed. The video highlights the secrecy and implications of Wagner's activities, including its ties to Russia's Ministry of Defense.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary motivation for individuals to join the Wagner group?

Political influence

Financial gain

Patriotism

Adventure

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the leader of the Wagner group?

Vladimir Putin

Nikolai Utkin

Sergei Shoigu

Igor Girkin

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the special forces base used for training Wagner recruits located?

Malkina

St. Petersburg

Kazan

Moscow

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the approximate number of men in a Wagner unit deployed to Syria?

500

300

700

100

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are the identities of Wagner members protected?

To prevent espionage

For their safety

To avoid legal issues

To maintain anonymity