Prison System and Its Impacts

Prison System and Its Impacts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Business

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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The transcript discusses the financial implications of incarceration, highlighting how lack of money can lead to imprisonment. It explores the growth of the prison industry, noting its economic impact and recession-proof nature. The focus is on how the prison system is driven by monetary interests. The transcript concludes with information about the PBS documentary 'The Prison in Twelve Landscapes'.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a consequence of lacking financial resources according to the video?

Increased job opportunities

Access to better education

Improved healthcare

Imprisonment

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the fastest-growing industries in America as mentioned in the video?

Healthcare

Prison industry

Agriculture

Technology

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people does the prison mentioned in the video employ?

200 people

400 people

600 people

800 people

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the prison system according to the video?

Education

Rehabilitation

Money

Community service

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where can more information about 'The Prison in Twelve Landscapes' be found?

www.justiceinfo.org

www.prisonlandscapes.com

www.pbs.org

www.independentlens.org