Understanding Racism and Oppression

Understanding Racism and Oppression

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

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The video discusses a visit to the capital to deliver a message about racism and oppression in America. It addresses false media reports about their stance on racism, emphasizing that they oppose oppression, not people of different colors. The video provides historical context on the unfulfilled promises of freedom to black soldiers in various wars. It concludes with a focus on ongoing struggles with racism and police brutality.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the speaker's visit to the capital?

To deliver a message about racism and community dangers

To support a political candidate

To attend a cultural festival

To protest against taxes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker claim about the newspaper's report?

It is irrelevant to their message

It supports their cause

It is a boldfaced lie

It accurately represents their views

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's stance on racial hatred?

They hate oppression and violence

They support racial segregation

They are indifferent to racial issues

They hate people of different colors

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many black men fought in the Civil War according to the speaker?

350,000

186,000

1,000,000

850,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What promise was made to black soldiers in World War II?

Political positions

Land ownership

Freedom

Educational opportunities

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which conflict is referred to as a 'so-called police action' by the speaker?

World War I

The Korean Conflict

The Vietnam War

The Gulf War

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What ongoing issue does the speaker highlight in the context of the Vietnam War?

Racist police brutality

Technological advancements

Economic prosperity

Environmental concerns

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's overall message regarding oppression?

It has been completely resolved

It is still a significant issue

It only affects certain communities

It is a thing of the past