Tourists Flock To Dolly Parton Mural Supporting Black Lives Matter

Tourists Flock To Dolly Parton Mural Supporting Black Lives Matter

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Arts

9th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses Dolly Parton's support for Black Lives Matter, highlighting her impactful comments. It also covers a mural in East Nashville by artist Kim Bradford, which draws tourists and signifies the area's history. The narrative shifts to the gentrification of East Nashville, exacerbated by a tornado, displacing long-standing black residents. Civil rights activism in response to these changes is also highlighted.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired the mural in East Nashville?

A local artist's personal experience

A historical event in East Nashville

Dolly Parton's comments on Black Lives Matter

A famous song by Dolly Parton

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the demographic composition of East Nashville following the Civil War?

Predominantly Caucasian

Predominantly Hispanic

Predominantly African American

Predominantly Asian

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What major event in March amplified the gentrification issues in East Nashville?

A wildfire

A tornado

A flood

An earthquake

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did developers respond to the tornado damage in East Nashville?

They ignored the affected areas

They offered to repair homes for free

They started buying up damaged properties

They provided temporary housing for residents

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is at risk of being lost due to gentrification and natural disasters in East Nashville?

The local economy

The cultural heritage and history

The transportation infrastructure

The educational institutions