Understanding Media Influence and Stereotypes

Understanding Media Influence and Stereotypes

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

FREE Resource

The video discusses Donald Trump's stance on immigration, highlighting his claim about a porous border and the need for a Mexico-funded fence. It contrasts this with the declining illegal immigration rates. The video also addresses racial tensions in the US, citing incidents in Ferguson and other cities where unarmed African-Americans were killed by law enforcement. It draws parallels with the racial profiling of Arab-Americans and Japanese-Americans during WWII. The role of media in perpetuating stereotypes is examined, emphasizing its influence on public perception and hysteria.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Donald Trump's stance on immigration during his campaign?

He proposed a complete travel ban.

He advocated for increasing immigration rates.

He wanted to build a fence paid for by Mexico.

He supported open borders.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the trend in illegal immigration rates since 2009?

They have decreased by half.

They have remained the same.

They have fluctuated unpredictably.

They have increased significantly.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following cities was mentioned as experiencing police violence against African-Americans?

Chicago

Baltimore

New York

Los Angeles

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event was compared to the racial profiling of Arab-Americans?

The Civil Rights Movement

The internment of Japanese-Americans during World War II

The Vietnam War

The Cold War

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How were Asians depicted in media prior to World War II?

As friendly and approachable

As innovative and creative

As inscrutable and cunning

As peaceful and passive

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common consequence of media perpetuating stereotypes?

Increased cultural understanding

Strengthening of stereotypes

Improved international relations

Reduction in racial profiling

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key factor that can inflame stereotypes according to the transcript?

Individual actions or current events

Educational reforms

Economic stability

Technological advancements