WRG Video Anthology and Quiz

Slum Dwellers of Bangkok

After watching the Slum Dwellers of Bangkok video, consider the questions below. Then "submit" your response.

1. Bangkok is the capital of:

Malaysia

Indonesia

Thailand

Vietnam

2. Approximately what percentage of Bangkok's population is estimated to live in slums or "do it yourself" houses?

One-tenth

One-eighth

One-seventh

One-sixth

3. Which of the following is NOT one of the amenities now found in Klong Thoey?

Shops

Clinics

Parks

Schools

4. According to Malee, which statement best describes the quality of life in Bangkok?

The poor are getting poorer and the rich are getting richer.

There are enough jobs for everyone who comes from the rural areas

The wealthy are instituting social programs that help improve the life of the poor.

Life in Bangkok is always better than life in the rural areas.

5. Based on the video clip, which of the following is the primary push factor for people coming to Bangkok from rural areas?

Extreme flooding has pushed people off their lands.

Farming is the only employment option in the countryside.

Civil war has made the countryside dangerous.

There are more amenities and jobs in the city.