• Reading Level 3
Form Time | Politics | Citizenship

Nepal chooses new leader on Discord

Rage and fury: At least 51 people were killed as Nepalis in their teens and twenties took to the streets.

Comprehension quiz

  1. The word ‘corruption’ in the article most nearly means:

    A: The process of discussing politics.

    B: Honest and fair behaviour from leaders.

    C: Dishonest or illegal behaviour by those in power.

    D: A protest that happens online.

  2. Which word is the closest synonym for “individualistic”?

    A: Co-operative

    B: Unhappy

    C: Confused

    D: Independent

  3. According to the article, what event first caused the Gen Z protests in Nepal?

    A: The government moving to ban social media apps.

    B: The rise of extreme politics

    C: A new prime minister being selected.

    D: Worries about climate catastrophe.

     

  4. What percentage of young people are involved in a political or social cause, according to surveys mentioned in the text?

    A: 50%

    B: 60%

    C: 70%

    D: 80%

  5. The article suggests that Gen Z protest movements are good at bringing down governments. Why might they struggle to agree on what should replace them?

    A: Because they are not interested in politics.

    B: Because they are too slow to make decisions.

    C: Because they do not use social media enough.

    D: Because they are very individualistic and may struggle to work with others.

  6. The article mentions three types of crisis that have made Gen Z more interested in politics. Name two of them.

Answers

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1. C 2. D 3. A 4. C 5. D 6. Answer: Any two from the following: economic troubles, climate catastrophe, the rise of extreme politics.