New York City Paints 'Black Lives Matter' Mural Outside Trump Tower

New York City Paints 'Black Lives Matter' Mural Outside Trump Tower

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Social Studies, History, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the Black Lives Matter mural painted outside Trump Tower in New York City, approved by Mayor Bill de Blasio as part of a citywide project. President Trump criticized the mural, calling it a symbol of hate. Similar murals have appeared in other cities, including Washington DC, where Mayor Muriel Bowser had a street painted with the message leading to the White House. The local BLM chapter criticized this as a distraction from real policy changes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the Black Lives Matter mural on 5th Avenue according to Mayor Bill de Blasio?

To attract tourists to the city

To promote local artists

To increase property values

To show the city's commitment to the message

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who criticized the New York City mural as a symbol of hate?

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser

The local Black Lives Matter chapter

President Donald Trump

Mayor Bill de Blasio

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which city was the first to paint a Black Lives Matter mural following George Floyd's death?

Chicago

Washington DC

Los Angeles

New York City

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the intended message of the Black Lives Matter mural in Washington DC?

To promote tourism

To criticize the government

To support local businesses

To honor peaceful protesters

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the criticism from the local Black Lives Matter chapter regarding the Washington DC mural?

It was too small

It was placed in the wrong location

It was a distraction from real policy changes

It was not colorful enough