Capoeira Challenges and Transformations

Capoeira Challenges and Transformations

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, History, Social Studies

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

Used 1+ times

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The video explores the tradition of capoeiristas choosing a lifelong name, set against the backdrop of the 1920s when Negroes were still treated as slaves. It follows a capoeirista who rises to leadership, learning to fight with the help of nature and becoming a legendary figure.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique right does every capoeirista have?

To own land

To travel freely

To choose a new name

To lead a group

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which decade and region were black people still treated as slaves?

1930s, Rio de Janeiro

1920s, Bahia

1950s, Minas Gerais

1940s, São Paulo

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role was a capoeirista chosen for?

To be a healer

To be a leader and fight for his people

To be a teacher

To be a musician

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What mystical element is mentioned in the capoeirista's journey?

Magic spells

Sacred rituals

Forces of nature

Ancient artifacts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What transformation does the capoeirista undergo?

Turns into a mythical creature

Becomes a legendary figure

Transforms into a spirit

Becomes a king

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge is mentioned towards the end of the video?

Defeating a rival group

Finding a hidden treasure

Facing the Colonel

Surviving in the wilderness