VOICED : Hope and fear in Ferguson one year on

VOICED : Hope and fear in Ferguson one year on

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, and its aftermath. It highlights the community's mistrust towards the police and the need for dialogue. Efforts to rebuild the town and new leadership initiatives are explored. Ferguson is portrayed as a symbol of racial tensions in the US, with an emphasis on embracing change and unity.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event triggered the riots and clashes in Ferguson?

A protest against police brutality

A political rally

A natural disaster

The shooting of Michael Brown

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do some locals believe is necessary to reduce mistrust towards the police?

Stricter law enforcement

Better dialogue and understanding

More community events

Increased police presence

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What changes have been made in Ferguson to encourage recovery?

Opening new businesses and appointing diverse leaders

Reducing taxes

Increasing police funding

Building new housing

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has Ferguson been perceived in the context of racial tensions in the U.S.?

As an isolated case

As a resolved conflict

As a symbol of persistent racial issues

As a minor incident

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the community's attitude towards the anniversary of Michael Brown's death?

Celebration

Determination to show unity

Hostility

Indifference