USC Campus Tensions Quiz

Who was the valedictorian whose speech was cancelled at USC?

• Danica Gonzalez

• Asna Tabassum

• Rabbi Dov Wagner

• Andrew Guzman

What reason did USC give for cancelling Asna Tabassum's speech?

• Weather conditions

• Political pressure

• Security threats

• Academic misconduct

What did Asna Tabassum claim about the university's decision?

• It was a misunderstanding

• It was a betrayal and a campaign of hatred

• It was based on her academic performance

• It was due to her health issues

What type of event were students planning to hold in support of Tabassum?

• A protest rally

• A silent march

• A public debate

• A fundraising event

Which group objected to Asna Tabassum's selection as valedictorian?

• Trojans for Israel

• Council on American-Islamic Relations

• Muslim Student Association

• USC Student Government

What did the petition circulated by the Council on American-Islamic Relations demand?

• A review of university policies

• Increased security on campus

• Restoration of Tabassum's speech

• A public apology from USC

What was the main concern of pro-Israel groups regarding Tabassum?

• Her previous speeches

• Her family background

• Her social media posts

• Her academic qualifications

What did USC Provost Andrew Guzman say about the cancellation?

• It was a decision made by students

• It was due to freedom of speech issues

• It was influenced by alumni

• It was based on security concerns

What did some students believe about the university's security argument?

• It was based on past incidents

• It was a misunderstanding

• It was valid and necessary

• It was a bogus pretext

What event triggered heightened tensions at USC according to Rabbi Dov Wagner?

• A university policy change

• A speech by a political figure

• The 7 October attack on Israel

• A campus protest