Roseanne Barr Explains Racist Tweet, Claims She Thought Valerie Jarrett Was Iranian | THR News

Roseanne Barr Explains Racist Tweet, Claims She Thought Valerie Jarrett Was Iranian | THR News

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The transcript discusses the controversy surrounding Roseanne Barr's tweet comparing Valerie Jarrett to an ape, which led to her firing from ABC. Barr explains her side, claiming ignorance of Jarrett's race and apologizing for the tweet. She discusses the public's reaction, her belief in forgiveness, and the impact on her career. Valerie Jarrett responds on 'The View,' and the future of the Roseanne show is debated, with Barr expressing mixed emotions about its continuation without her.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction to Roseanne Barr's tweet about Valerie Jarrett?

It was seen as a political statement.

It was ignored by the public.

It was praised for its humor.

It was considered racial and led to her firing.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Roseanne Barr justify her tweet about Valerie Jarrett?

She claimed it was a joke.

She said she thought Jarrett was Iranian.

She stated it was a misunderstanding.

She blamed it on a hacker.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Roseanne Barr believe about the public's reaction to her apology?

She thinks the public has not forgiven her.

She feels the public is indifferent.

She thinks the public is still angry.

She believes the public is very forgiving.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Roseanne Barr continue to use social media after her show's cancellation?

To promote her new show.

To advance the interests of the Jewish people.

To criticize ABC.

To apologize further.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are Roseanne Barr's feelings about the continuation of her show without her?

She is completely against it.

She is completely supportive.

She has mixed emotions.

She is indifferent.