Orson Welles interviewed by the press after his controversial radio broadcast of 'War of the Worlds' in October 1938

Orson Welles interviewed by the press after his controversial radio broadcast of 'War of the Worlds' in October 1938

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses a role amidst ongoing terror, its impact on the nation, and a personal reaction of shock and realization.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the context in which the speaker was given a role?

During a time of economic prosperity

During a peaceful era

During a period of national terror

During a time of national celebration

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the speaker feel upon learning about the situation?

Terribly shocked

Relieved

Excited

Indifferent

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speaker's reaction to the news they received?

They were terribly shocked

They were indifferent

They were not surprised

They were amused

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker conclude about the situation?

It was a significant event

It was a personal matter

It was a minor issue

It was a misunderstanding

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final statement made by the speaker?

It was a mistake

It did

It was a surprise

It was a relief