Understanding Media Influence and Stereotypes

Understanding Media Influence and Stereotypes

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Sophia Harris

Social Studies, History

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

02:40

The video discusses Donald Trump's stance on immigration, highlighting his claim about a porous border and the need for a Mexico-funded fence. It contrasts this with the declining illegal immigration rates. The video also addresses racial tensions in the US, citing incidents in Ferguson and other cities where unarmed African-Americans were killed by law enforcement. It draws parallels with the racial profiling of Arab-Americans and Japanese-Americans during WWII. The role of media in perpetuating stereotypes is examined, emphasizing its influence on public perception and hysteria.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Donald Trump's stance on immigration during his campaign?

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the trend in illegal immigration rates since 2009?

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following cities was mentioned as experiencing police violence against African-Americans?

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event was compared to the racial profiling of Arab-Americans?

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

How were Asians depicted in media prior to World War II?

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common consequence of media perpetuating stereotypes?

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key factor that can inflame stereotypes according to the transcript?