NBC's 'Superstore' Ends As A Time Capsule For The Everyday American

NBC's 'Superstore' Ends As A Time Capsule For The Everyday American

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Religious Studies, Other, Social Studies

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NBC's Superstore concludes after six years, reflecting on American politics, culture, and the working class. The sitcom, set in a Saint Louis big box store, tackled issues like elections, labor, race, and the pandemic. It became a time capsule of its era, with a notable impact on viewers, especially regarding immigration issues. The character Mateo Lunag, a gay Filipino undocumented immigrant, resonated with audiences, prompting discussions on immigration. Superstore leaves a legacy of humanizing low-wage workers and presenting real-world issues with compassion and empathy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event marks the end of NBC's Superstore?

The conclusion of a six-year run

The election of a new president

The start of a new season

The opening of a new store

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following issues was NOT addressed by Superstore?

Labor issues

Space exploration

Elections

Race

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Superstore serve as a time capsule?

By focusing on historical events

By predicting future events

By ignoring societal changes

By reflecting current events and themes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What character in Superstore helped raise awareness about immigration issues?

Zephyr

Tom Hanks

Mateo Lunag

Keith Mendoza

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legacy does Superstore leave behind?

A narrative centered on fictional events

A compassionate depiction of low-wage workers

A portrayal of chaos without empathy

A focus on high-wage workers