Cannes Film Festival Controversy

Cannes Film Festival Controversy

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Journalism

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The Cannes Film Festival faced racial controversy due to security incidents involving people of color, including K-pop star Yoona. These incidents sparked media attention and public debate, with accusations of racial bias. Celebrities like Kelly Rowland expressed discomfort, while security personnel claimed they were just doing their job. The controversy highlights ongoing racial issues in high-profile events.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sparked the racial discrimination controversy at the Cannes Film Festival?

A speech by a director

Security personnel's actions on the red carpet

A film screening

An award ceremony

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which member of Girls' Generation was involved in the Cannes incident?

Taeyeon

Yoona

Sunny

Hyoyeon

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was highlighted in media and social platforms regarding the Cannes controversy?

The festival's closing ceremony

Incidents involving people of color

The festival's awards

The festival's opening ceremony

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did former Cannes security personnel claim about their actions?

They were following orders

They were just doing their job

They made a mistake

They were not involved

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did international netizens react to the Cannes incidents?

They supported the festival

They criticized the actions as discriminatory

They ignored the incidents

They praised the security