CLEAN : Thousands protest New York police chokehold death

CLEAN : Thousands protest New York police chokehold death

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Social Studies, Moral Science, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses a murder incident and the subsequent march to express outrage and raise awareness about systemic police abuse, particularly against African Americans. It highlights the unchanged and worsening systemic racism, the impact on youth, and the fear it instills. The speaker uses a metaphor of rotten apples to emphasize the need for systemic change.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the community's reaction to Eric's murder?

They expressed outrage and fear.

They supported the police.

They were unaware of the incident.

They were indifferent.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major theme discussed in the second section regarding police conduct?

The system has completely changed for the better.

Police abuse is a rare occurrence.

Police are always fair.

Systemic racism and abuse are prevalent issues.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the impact of electing a black president on systemic issues?

It completely resolved all issues.

It had no impact on systemic racism.

It worsened the situation.

It slightly improved the situation.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the speaker's son afraid to attend the protest?

He feared violence from the police.

He did not support the cause.

He was not interested in protests.

He was busy with school.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What metaphor is used to describe the need for reform in police conduct?

A cracked mirror.

A rotten apple in a barrel.

A leaking faucet.

A broken clock.