ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Overview

The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge is a viral campaign to raise awareness and funds for ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. It started with Peter Frates, an ALS patient, and quickly gained traction with celebrities like Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates participating. The challenge involves dumping ice water on oneself or donating to ALS research. While it has raised significant funds, it has also faced criticism for overshadowing other charities. The video concludes with the speaker challenging others and pledging donations to both ALS and other causes.

What is the primary goal of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge?

• To promote a new social media trend

• To encourage people to take cold showers

• To raise awareness and funds for ALS research

• To support local sports teams

Who was instrumental in starting the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge?

• Vin Diesel

• Mark Zuckerberg

• Bill Gates

• Peter Frates

What was the original choice given to participants of the challenge?

• Donate $50 or run a marathon

• Dump ice water on your head or donate $100

• Sing a song or donate $10

• Post a video or write a blog

Which celebrity challenged Vladimir Putin to participate in the challenge?

• Vin Diesel

• Bill Gates

• Arianna Huffington

• Mark Zuckerberg

What is a major criticism of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge?

• It takes too much time to complete

• It is too expensive to participate

• It only focuses on ALS and ignores other diseases

• It is harmful to the environment

How much money did the ALS Association raise since the challenge began?

• $50 million

• $10 million

• $23 million

• $100 million

Which charity is recommended by GiveWell as a cost-effective alternative?

• UNICEF

• Deworm the World Initiative

• Red Cross

• World Health Organization

Who did the speaker challenge at the end of the video?

• Peter Frates, Nilay Patel, and Vin Diesel

• Vladimir Putin, Arianna Huffington, and Nate Silver

• Arianna Huffington, Nate Silver, and Sommer Mathis

• Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates, and Vin Diesel

What is the time limit given to those challenged to complete the task?

• 48 hours

• 72 hours

• 24 hours

• 12 hours