Understanding Political Flip-Flopping

Understanding Political Flip-Flopping

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Political Science

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video discusses the concept of political flip-flopping, where politicians change their stance to gain power. It highlights the inconsistency among politicians, particularly on the Democratic side, while noting Dennis Kucinich's relative consistency despite his liberal stance. The speaker emphasizes the importance of experience, using Edwards as an example of someone who learned from past mistakes, and contrasts this with mere flip-flopping. The speaker claims to bring more experience to the presidency than others.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'flip flop Flopper' refer to in the context of politics?

A politician who is always truthful

A politician who avoids elections

A politician who remains consistent

A politician who changes stance for power

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which politician is mentioned as having more consistency?

John Edwards

Dennis Kucinich

Barack Obama

George Bush

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is highlighted as a problem for Dennis Kucinich?

His indecisiveness

His lack of experience

His liberal stance

His conservative views

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which side of the political spectrum is Dennis Kucinich associated with?

Libertarian

Moderate

Liberal

Conservative

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker view John Edwards' change in position on the war?

As a lack of integrity

As a political strategy

As a sign of weakness

As a sincere learning experience

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker claim to bring to the presidency?

A strong military background

A fresh perspective

A lot of experience

A new political party

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's opinion on flip-flopping?

It is a necessary political strategy

It is a sign of insincerity

It is informed by experience

It is irrelevant in politics