Do You Recall?
At what age did Craig become interested in child labor?
12
What was one of the main goals of the organization "Free The Children" founded by Craig?
To eliminate child labor and exploitation.
Analyze the significance of storytelling for Craig.
It was a way to share the experiences of the children he met and raise awareness.
Craig started an organization called "Free The Children" to help end child labor.
True
Information based on facts, free of opinion
Objective
How long was Craig in India and why did he go there?
7 weeks; he wanted to learn first-hand about child labor.
How did Craig's experiences influence his views on child labor and what actions did he take to address these issues?
Craig's experiences made him passionate about advocating for children's rights. He founded an organization called Free The Children to eliminate child labor and organized campaigns to raise awareness and funds for affected children. (Timestamp: 15:13)
How did Craig react when the interpreter told him that the young girl 'washed it off with water' when she pricked her finger with a dirty needle?
Worry, sadness, urgency
Craig Kielburger decided to take a trip to South Asia when he was 15 years old.
False; he was 12
Taking unfair advantage of someone for personal gain.
Exploitation
How does Craig most directly communicate with the viewer?
voiceovers
Why do children often work instead of attending school?
To help their families survive in poverty.
Analyze how Craig’s activism has changed perceptions of youth involvement in social issues.
It demonstrated that young people can make a significant impact and raise awareness.
The children working in the brick kiln were often sold by their parents as collateral for loans.
True
lacking the quality or quantity required; insufficient for a purpose.
Inadequate
Describe the living conditions of the children working in the brick kiln as depicted in the video.
The living conditions of the children in the brick kiln were extremely poor, as they were bonded laborers, worked long hours, and lived under inhumane conditions without proper food or education. (Timestamp: 5:41)
What is the central idea of the documentary, It Takes a Child?
One person can help people understand the plight of child laborers; one person can make a change.
Analyze the impact of poverty on children’s lives as described in the text.
Poverty forces children into labor, preventing them from getting an education.
Craig was able to meet with the Prime Minister of India during his trip.
False
Information that includes ones opinion, bias
Subjective
Who is Ikbal Masih?
A young boy who spoke out against child labor and was murdered for his activism.
Why is child labor considered a form of exploitation?
Because it often involves unsafe conditions, long hours, and little or no pay.
Read these words spoken by Craig in the video.
I had a million questions. I could have held a child there for hours and just asked them question after question after question. (1:17–1:23)
What kind of figurative language is Craig using to make his point, and why?
Hyperbole, to stress how curious and interested he is.
The Rug Mark label was created to signify Eco-friendly products made by fair trade.
False; they were created to signify products made without child labor.
A non-fiction film about important people, events, issues, or places
Documentary