VOICED: The Endorois tribe finally return home after 40 year legal fight

VOICED: The Endorois tribe finally return home after 40 year legal fight

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Social Studies, History, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

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The Endorois tribe in Kenya, evicted nearly 40 years ago for a National Park, has won a legal battle at the African Union's Human Rights Commission. This victory allows them to resettle their ancestral land for farming and tourism. The Kenyan government has three months to comply, but fears similar claims from other tribes. The Endorois are planning talks with the government while celebrating their partial victory.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for the Endorois tribe's eviction from their ancestral land?

To build a new city

To create a National Park

To construct a dam

To establish a military base

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activities did the Endorois tribe engage in at Lake Bogoria before their eviction?

Agriculture and pottery

Cattle grazing and beekeeping

Hunting and gathering

Fishing and mining

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Endorois tribe's legal battle?

They received financial compensation

They were given a new land elsewhere

Their case was dismissed

They were granted the right to resettle their land

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Endorois tribe's plan for economic benefit after resettling?

Benefiting from tourism

Building a shopping mall

Starting a mining operation

Developing a tech hub

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact of the African Union's decision on other tribes?

It could lead to more evictions

It will prevent any future legal battles

It will result in financial aid for all tribes

It might open the door to similar claims