VOICED: Mina sudafricana no cede

The Marikana mine in South Africa faced a violent police attack last week, resulting in 34 deaths. Lonmin, the mine's management, issued an ultimatum to miners to return to work or face dismissal, though they extended the deadline by a day. The company aims to restore normalcy and has suffered significant production losses due to the ongoing strike. Despite a partial resumption of work, most miners continue to strike for higher wages, and the situation remains tense.

What action did the Marikana mine management take regarding the ultimatum to miners?

• They shortened the ultimatum period.

• They increased the ultimatum to a week.

• They extended the ultimatum by a day.

• They withdrew the ultimatum completely.

What is the primary goal of the company according to the second section?

• To close the mine permanently.

• To restore normalcy in the mining industry.

• To increase the number of miners.

• To relocate the mining operations.

How much platinum production was lost due to the strike?

• 15,000 ounces

• 20,000 ounces

• 5,000 ounces

• 10,000 ounces

What was the outcome of the police action at the Marikana mine?

• The mine was shut down permanently.

• 34 workers were killed.

• It was a peaceful resolution.

• The miners returned to work immediately.

What is the current status of the miners' strike?

• The miners have accepted the ultimatum.

• The strike has ended.

• The miners have been replaced by new workers.

• The majority of miners continue to strike for higher wages.