Ferguson Riots - Night Shots

Ferguson Riots - Night Shots

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The transcript discusses the shooting of Michael Brown on August 9th and the subsequent reactions. It highlights the immediate spread of information and speculation on social media, leading to community gatherings in Evergreen. The narrative also touches on the existing tensions between the police and the neighborhood in Saint Louis County. Emotional responses and media coverage are also mentioned, reflecting the complexity of the situation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event occurred on August 9th that led to widespread social media speculation?

A natural disaster

A political election

The shooting of Michael Brown

A sports championship

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main reasons people gathered around Evergreen?

A community festival

A celebrity visit

Various descriptions of the shooting incident

A new shopping mall opening

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What underlying issue contributed to the tension between the Police Department and the neighborhood?

Political affiliations

Economic disparity

Cultural differences

Historical tensions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What medium was mentioned in the final section that might indicate further developments?

Television

Radio

Newspaper

Internet blog

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the mention of 'machine awesome back in medical' likely refer to?

A sports team

A popular song

A cryptic message

A new medical device