LaToya Ruby Frazier: A visual history of inequality in industrial America

LaToya Ruby Frazier: A visual history of inequality in industrial America

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Interactive Video

Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the history and transformation of Braddock, Pennsylvania, focusing on its industrial past and the impact on the community, particularly the African American population. It highlights the creation of a visual archive to document the intersection of industry, environment, and health. The narrative shifts to address urban revitalization, media omission, and the challenges faced by the community, including environmental risks and social issues. Efforts to document dispossession and reclaim narratives through exhibitions are also discussed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the historical significance of Braddock, Pennsylvania?

It was a major hub for the automotive industry.

It is famous for its technological innovations.

It is known for its agricultural contributions.

It was the site of the first steel mill by Andrew Carnegie.

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How has the narrative of Braddock changed over time?

It became known for its technological advancements.

It shifted from industrialists to urban pioneers.

It has remained focused on industrial growth.

It focused on agricultural development.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenges did the narrator's family face due to industrial decline?

Disinvestment and community dismantling

Improved infrastructure

Increased job opportunities

Enhanced healthcare facilities

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What health risks are associated with the industrial environment in Braddock?

Increased risk of diabetes

Higher chances of cancer and lupus

Improved mental health

Reduced respiratory issues

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the narrator's helicopter documentation in 2013?

To document aggressive dispossession

To promote tourism in the area

To study wildlife patterns

To capture scenic views of Braddock

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the focus of the exhibition at the Seattle Art Museum?

Promoting urban development

Showcasing technological advancements

Highlighting the history of industrialists

Reclaiming the narrative of Braddock

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the narrator aim to address historic erasure and inequality?

Through technological innovation

By promoting industrial growth

Through artistic documentation and activism

By ignoring past narratives