TED-Ed: The dark history of bananas | John Soluri
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was Manuel Bonilla, and what was his goal in 1910?
A European explorer discovering new lands
A US businessman expanding banana trade
A former leader of Honduras aiming to reclaim power
A Caribbean pirate seeking treasure
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the United Fruit Company also known as?
La Aguila
La Serpiente
El Tigre
El Pulpo
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why were Gros Michel bananas ideal for shipping?
They had thick skins and large bunches
They ripened quickly during transit
They were resistant to diseases
They were smaller and easier to pack
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a major consequence of Panama disease?
Expansion of banana plantations in Africa
Introduction of new banana varieties
Increase in banana prices
Abandonment of infected plantations
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What action did President Jacobo Arbenz take in Guatemala?
Formed an alliance with United Fruit
Attempted to redistribute land from United Fruit
Nationalized the banana industry
Increased taxes on banana exports
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What change did United Fruit make in response to Panama disease?
Developed a new pesticide
Moved operations to Asia
Stopped banana production
Switched to Cavendish bananas
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a current issue facing the Cavendish banana industry?
Frequent pesticide use
High transportation costs
Overproduction of bananas
Lack of consumer demand
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