Why on-screen representation matters, according to these teens

Why does representation in pop culture matter?

• It doesn't matter at all

• It affects how others see minorities

• It affects how minorities see themselves

• It only matters for adults

What percentage of lead film actors were people of color in 2017?

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

• 5%

According to 2018 U.S. Census Bureau estimates, what is the percentage of non-white population?

• 20%

• 40%

• 30%

• 50%

How does not seeing yourself represented in pop culture affect some students?

• It brings their self-esteem down

• It boosts their self-esteem

• It doesn't affect them at all

• It makes them feel indifferent

What do some students look for in pop culture when forming their own identities?

• They look for people who are different from them

• They don't look for anything in particular

• They look for people who look like themselves

• They look for trends in fashion

What do some students feel about Hollywood's attempt at diversity?

• They feel it is irrelevant

• They feel it is unnecessary

• They feel it is disingenuous

• They feel it is genuine

According to the UCLA report, what type of film casts have the highest median global box office?

• Films with 30% minority casts

• Films with all-white casts

• Films with 10% minority casts

• Films with 20% minority casts

How does feeling represented in pop culture affect some students?

• It makes them feel isolated

• It makes them feel uncomfortable

• It serves as an inspiration

• It makes them feel indifferent

What is the purpose of the PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs in producing this story?

• To criticize the lack of diversity in pop culture

• To promote Hollywood films

• To highlight the importance of representation of minorities in popular culture

• To discourage students from watching movies

What is the main message conveyed by the students in the story?

• They don't care about representation in pop culture

• They want more diversity in Hollywood

• They believe representation in pop culture is irrelevant

• They are satisfied with the current state of pop culture