President of Animal Rescue League of Boston speaks about alleged abuses in dog races

President of Animal Rescue League of Boston speaks about alleged abuses in dog races

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Physical Ed, Moral Science

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses the possibility of balancing roles as a humanitarian and a sportsman. It shares personal experiences with dog racing, noting that while dogs seem to enjoy racing, there are significant abuses in the sport. These include using live rabbits, monkey jockeys, and other unsportsmanlike practices. The speaker strongly condemns these practices, suggesting that it is more ethical to oppose dog racing than to support it.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What dual roles does the speaker claim one can hold?

A scientist and an artist

A teacher and a musician

A veterinarian and a sports coach

A professional humanitarian and a sportsman

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, how do dogs generally feel about racing?

They dislike it

They are indifferent

They are scared of it

They enjoy it

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the unethical practices mentioned in dog racing?

Using mechanical animals

Substituting live rabbits

Providing extra food

Training with positive reinforcement

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should be discouraged according to the speaker?

Using mechanical animals

Training dogs with treats

Allowing dogs to rest

Using monkey jockeys

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's stance on dog races given the abuses?

They should be supported

They should be condemned

They should be ignored

They should be expanded