VOICED : Piden en Bogota votar si a la paz en plebiscito

VOICED : Piden en Bogota votar si a la paz en plebiscito

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Wayground Content

FREE Resource

A group of citizens in Bogotá urged Colombians to vote in favor of the peace agreement between the government and FARC in an upcoming plebiscite. The peace vote is seen as a chance for forgiveness and reconciliation after decades of conflict that resulted in numerous casualties and displacements. Polls indicate a lead for the 'yes' vote, while the 'no' vote is supported by former President Álvaro Uribe. The government, led by Juan Manuel Santos, has no alternative plan if the agreement is rejected.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the demonstration in Bogotá?

To protest against the government

To celebrate a national holiday

To support the FARC

To encourage voting for the peace agreement

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is voting 'yes' considered important according to the transcript?

It will increase taxes

It offers a chance for forgiveness and reconciliation

It will lead to economic growth

It will reduce unemployment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the impact of the FARC guerrilla over the years?

Increased tourism

Significant casualties and displacement

Improved education

Economic prosperity

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of support does the 'yes' vote have according to the latest polls?

Between 70% and 80%

Between 10% and 20%

Between 30% and 40%

Between 55% and 66%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the government's plan if the peace agreement is rejected?

To negotiate a new agreement

To implement the agreement anyway

To hold another plebiscite

There is no alternative plan