VOICED: 'Rap duels' turn Quebec's street slang into word weapons

VOICED: 'Rap duels' turn Quebec's street slang into word weapons

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

10th Grade - University

Hard

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The video explores the unique world of Quebec battle rap, where emcees engage in French-language rap battles. These events are characterized by humor and regulated competitions, with referees and judges ensuring fair play. The use of French is crucial for preserving cultural expression and subtlety. The popularity of these battles is growing, with significant online viewership and expansion into other regions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What language do the Quebec emcees use for their battle rap exchanges?

English

French

German

Spanish

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Frederick Chevalier react to racial jokes during the battle?

He leaves the stage

He retaliates with violence

He laughs it off as jokes

He gets offended

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do referees play in the battle rap competitions?

They perform on stage

They write the lyrics

They time every pause

They judge the performances

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important for the league to be in French?

To compete with English leagues

To attract more international audiences

To simplify the translation process

To maintain cultural expression and subtlety

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the impact of the French battle rap league on YouTube?

It has been viewed over half a million times

It has been largely ignored

It has been banned

It has only a few hundred views