Superman vs. the Ku Klux Klan, a radio revolution

Superman vs. the Ku Klux Klan, a radio revolution

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video explores how Superman, a popular radio show character, was used to combat the Ku Klux Klan. Journalist Stetson Kennedy infiltrated the Klan and provided information to the show's producers, who created a series exposing the Klan's hate-driven and profit-oriented nature. This innovative approach not only served as a public service but also made the show a top hit among children, highlighting the power of media in addressing social issues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Stetson Kennedy and what role did he play in the fight against the Ku Klux Klan?

A politician who passed anti-Klan laws

A journalist who infiltrated the Klan

A radio show host who criticized the Klan

A superhero who fought the Klan physically

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the bold decision made by the producers of the Superman radio show?

To end the radio show permanently

To have Superman fight real-life hate groups

To broadcast live from Klan meetings

To create a new superhero character

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Superman radio series portray the Ku Klux Klan?

As a charitable organization

As a political party

As a group of misunderstood individuals

As hate-driven and profit-oriented

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of the Superman radio series on American broadcasting?

It was banned from the airwaves

It became the number one radio show for kids

It had no significant impact

It was criticized for being too violent

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What message did the Superman radio series convey about the Klan's tactics?

They were brave and noble

They were ineffective and weak

They were cowardly and secretive

They were open and honest