Age Discrimination in Job Applications

Age Discrimination in Job Applications

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Life Skills, Professional Development

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The transcript discusses the challenges of job hunting, particularly focusing on age discrimination. A character shares their experience of being rejected for a job due to age, despite having relevant experience. The conversation shifts to encouraging the individual to stand up for their rights and consider taking action against the discrimination faced.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason the speaker was not hired for the job they wanted?

Lack of experience

Salary expectations

Overqualification

Age

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What position was the speaker applying for?

Sales Associate

Assistant Manager in a pet store

Store Manager

Customer Service Representative

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What innovative idea did the speaker have while working in a pet store?

Pet adoption events

Online pet food delivery

Big squeaky toys for cows

Pet grooming services

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker advised to do about the age discrimination they faced?

Ignore it and move on

Call a lawyer

Contact a TV show host to make a fuss

Write a letter to the company

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is suggested to help the speaker make a fuss about the discrimination?

A lawyer

A family member

Ricky Master

A friend

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What emotion does the speaker express at the end of the conversation?

Indifference

Excitement

Overwhelm

Happiness