Memoria, Verdad y Justicia Flashcards
What is the significance of the Día de la Memoria in Argentina?
It commemorates the victims of state terrorism during the last military dictatorship from 1976 to 1983.
True or False: The Día de la Memoria is celebrated on March 24.
True
Fill in the blank: The main themes of the Día de la Memoria include memory, ________, and justice.
truth
What year did the military coup that led to the dictatorship occur?
1976
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a challenge faced in the reflection on the Día de la Memoria? A) Acknowledgment of past crimes B) National celebrations C) Economic growth
A) Acknowledgment of past crimes
Who are considered the ‘desaparecidos’ in Argentina?
Individuals who were forcibly disappeared during the military dictatorship.
True or False: The truth commissions in Argentina have been entirely successful in uncovering all crimes committed during the dictatorship.
False
What is one major goal of the truth and reconciliation process in Argentina?
To establish a historical record of human rights abuses.
Fill in the blank: The Argentine government has faced criticism for its handling of ________ related to the dictatorship.
justice
Multiple choice: Which organization is known for advocating for the rights of the victims of the dictatorship? A) Madres de Plaza de Mayo B) Asociación de Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B
What does the term ‘impunity’ refer to in the context of the Argentine dictatorship?
The lack of accountability for those who committed human rights violations.
True or False: The legacy of the dictatorship continues to affect Argentine society today.
True
What role do public memorials play in the context of the Día de la Memoria?
They serve as a means to honor the victims and promote remembrance.
Fill in the blank: The process of seeking justice for dictatorship-era crimes is often referred to as ________.
transitional justice
What is a common criticism regarding the legal proceedings against former military officials in Argentina?
They have been slow and inconsistent.
Multiple choice: What is one of the outcomes of the trials against former military leaders? A) Total exoneration B) Some convictions C) No trials conducted
B) Some ccondenas
What is the role of civil society organizations in the context of the Día de la Memoria?
They advocate for justice, truth, and the memory of victims.
True or False: The concept of ‘memory’ in Argentina is solely focused on individual stories.
False
What is the importance of education in the context of the Día de la Memoria?
It helps to inform future generations about the past and promote human rights.
Fill in the blank: The struggle for ________ continues as families seek justice for their loved ones.
truth
What does the term ‘state terrorism’ refer to in the Argentine context?
The systematic repression and violence employed by the government against its citizens.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a key aspect of the memorialization process in Argentina? A) Symbolic acts B) Legal reforms C) Economic investments
A) Symbolic acts
True or False: The memory of the victims is a unifying factor in Argentine society.
True
What is one challenge that remains in the pursuit of justice related to the dictatorship?
The aging of witnesses and the passage of time affecting evidence.
