'Roseanne': ABC Cancels Show Following Star's Racist Tweet About Obama Adviser | THR News

'Roseanne': ABC Cancels Show Following Star's Racist Tweet About Obama Adviser | THR News

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The transcript discusses a controversy involving a deleted tweet by White House adviser Valerie Jarrett, which was deemed racist by many. The tweet, posted by an ABC sitcom actress, linked Jarrett to the Muslim Brotherhood and made a derogatory comparison to the movie 'Planet of the Apes.' After public backlash, the actress, a supporter of Donald Trump, apologized, stating her tweet was a bad joke. She issued a formal apology to Jarrett and Americans, acknowledging her mistake and announcing her departure from Twitter.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main accusation against the actress's tweet about Valerie Jarrett?

It was supportive of the Obama administration.

It was seen as racist.

It was promoting a movie.

It was considered a joke.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the actress initially defend her tweet?

By stating it was a factual statement.

By denying she wrote it.

By claiming it was a compliment.

By saying it was a joke.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the actress's connection to Donald Trump mentioned in the transcript?

She worked for Trump's administration.

She was an outspoken supporter of Trump.

She was a critic of Trump.

She had no connection to Trump.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the actress say in her formal apology?

She blamed the media.

She denied any wrongdoing.

She apologized to Valerie Jarrett and all Americans.

She said she would continue tweeting.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the actress take after issuing her apology?

She deleted her Twitter account.

She joined a new political party.

She announced she was leaving Twitter.

She started a new TV show.