Stephen Colbert's Humor and Commentary

Stephen Colbert's Humor and Commentary

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Journalism, Fun

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

FREE Resource

Stephen Colbert opens 'The Late Show' with humor, discussing Trump's transition and the Pentagon. He addresses global warming and Trump's controversial views, followed by a segment on sports awards and controversies. Colbert concludes with a discussion on Oxford's word of the year, 'post-truth', comparing it to his coined term 'truthiness'.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What humorous suggestion does Stephen Colbert make about Trump's communication with the Pentagon?

He will send a letter.

He will launch a tweet war.

He will ignore them completely.

He will visit them in person.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Stephen Colbert suggest about the Pentagon's phone line?

It is very efficient.

It might be down.

It is always busy.

It is only for emergencies.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Stephen Colbert say about Trump's view on global warming?

Trump believes it is a serious issue.

Trump thinks it is a hoax by the Chinese.

Trump wants to invest in green energy.

Trump has no opinion on global warming.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Stephen Colbert joke about the future climate conditions?

They will be cooler than ever.

They will be ideal for farming.

They will resemble 'Mad Max: Fury Road'.

They will be perfect for skiing.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Stephen Colbert imply about the Chinese response to Trump's global warming tweet?

They ignored the tweet.

They issued a strong denial.

They agreed with Trump.

They supported Trump's view.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Kate Upton react to the Cy Young Award results?

She wrote a letter to the MLB.

She congratulated the winner.

She tweeted her dissatisfaction.

She ignored the results.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What traditional reaction does Stephen Colbert suggest for losing an award?

Ignore the results.

Throw a tantrum.

Applaud politely.

Demand a recount.

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