Stephen Colbert Pokes Fun at Trump for Obsession With Ratings | THR News

Stephen Colbert Pokes Fun at Trump for Obsession With Ratings | THR News

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Stephen Colbert addressed President Trump's incorrect tweet about the Emmy ratings on his Late Show. Trump claimed the ratings were the worst ever, but Colbert corrected him, noting the 2017 Emmys had more viewers than the lowest-rated year. Colbert humorously pointed out Trump's errors and referenced Sean Spicer's controversial Emmy appearance. Spicer later commented on the support he received from Trump regarding his cameo.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Stephen Colbert do in response to President Trump's Emmy ratings tweet?

He corrected the inaccuracies on his show.

He invited Trump to his show.

He ignored the tweet.

He agreed with Trump's statement.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Colbert, what was incorrect about Trump's tweet regarding the Emmys?

The day of the event.

The location of the event.

The host of the event.

The winners of the event.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Colbert reveal about the 2017 Emmy ratings?

They were the worst ever.

They were the highest ever.

They were the best in a decade.

They were the second worst ever.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Colbert and his audience react to the Emmy ratings?

They chanted humorously about the ratings.

They celebrated the high ratings.

They ignored the ratings.

They expressed disappointment.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Trump's reaction to Sean Spicer's cameo at the Emmys?

He criticized Spicer.

He was unaware of it.

He was supportive.

He was indifferent.