Colin Kaepernick's Controversial Actions and Reactions

Colin Kaepernick's Controversial Actions and Reactions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

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Colin Kaepernick, a quarterback, sparked controversy by refusing to stand for the national anthem and wearing socks depicting police officers as pigs. His actions were intended as a protest against rogue police officers. This led to mixed reactions, with some fans burning his jersey while others, including veterans, supported his right to protest. The police association invited him to visit their academy and asked for an apology.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Colin Kaepernick's initial controversial action?

Refusing to play in a game

Refusing to stand for the national anthem

Wearing a controversial jersey

Making a controversial statement in an interview

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What image was depicted on Kaepernick's socks that caused controversy?

A flag

A football

Police officers as pigs

A peace symbol

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Kaepernick's reason for wearing the controversial socks?

To support a charity

To make a statement against rogue police

To promote a new fashion line

To show support for his team

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did one of the country's largest police organizations react to Kaepernick's actions?

They invited him to a meeting

They ignored him

They accused him of dishonoring officers

They supported him

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event was taking place in San Diego that Kaepernick planned to protest during?

A police fundraiser

A national holiday celebration

A charity football match

A tribute to veterans

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of some fans to Kaepernick's protest?

They wrote letters of support

They cheered for him

They burned his jersey

They organized a rally

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did some veterans express their support for Kaepernick?

By taking to Twitter

By writing letters to the editor

By attending his games

By organizing a protest

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