CLEAN: Hundreds 'occupy' US Congressional offices

CLEAN: Hundreds 'occupy' US Congressional offices

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Business

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the need for action against wealth inequality and tax loopholes benefiting mega corporations. It highlights the Occupy Kansas City movement's efforts to communicate with Vicki Hartzler and reflects on personal experiences in activism. The video also touches on events and participation in movements.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue discussed in the first section regarding economic inequality?

The increase in taxes for small businesses

The lack of tax increases on mega corporations

The reduction of taxes for the middle class

The increase in taxes for the wealthy individuals

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action are the activists in Kansas City trying to take?

Organizing a protest march

Speaking directly with Vicki Hartzler

Holding a press conference

Distributing flyers about tax reforms

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the population owns 34% of the country's wealth?

5%

10%

20%

1%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential consequence of activism is mentioned in the final section?

Gaining media attention

Being ignored by officials

Getting arrested

Receiving a fine

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What regional event is mentioned towards the end of the transcript?

A protest in New York

A festival in California

Missouri independence event

A conference in Texas