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First-Generation Graduates Grapple With Pandemic

First-Generation Graduates Grapple With Pandemic

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Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the challenges faced by the graduating class of 2020, particularly first-generation college students, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Traditional graduation ceremonies were canceled, leading to online celebrations. This was especially difficult for students like Karina de Rosa, a first-generation graduate, who had to navigate college without family guidance. Despite the disappointment, students adapted to the situation, with some, like de Rosa, planning to join the frontline in response to the pandemic.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What nickname was given to the graduating class of 2020 due to the pandemic?

Class of Hope

Class of COVID-19

Class of Resilience

Class of 2020

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of college graduates in the 2015-2016 academic year were the first in their family to earn a bachelor's degree?

56%

60%

45%

50%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Karina de Rosa's family react to her online graduation?

They were supportive but disappointed.

They were angry.

They were indifferent.

They were unaware.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What field is Karina de Rosa planning to join after graduation?

Technology

Finance

Education

Healthcare

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the global pandemic affect the career plans of graduates like Karina de Rosa?

It accelerated their plans.

It made them change fields.

It had no effect.

It delayed their plans.

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