The Co-Op supermarket says "lads' magazines" must be covered up in pre-sealed bags or face being banned from stores

The Co-Op supermarket says "lads' magazines" must be covered up in pre-sealed bags or face being banned from stores

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies, Moral Science

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Wayground Content

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The video discusses the Co-op's decision to package lads mags in modesty bags due to customer discomfort. It highlights the debate on sexism and censorship, with some viewing it as necessary and others as undemocratic. Public opinion varies, with some supporting the move to protect youth, while others see it as unnecessary. Despite declining sales, the debate on magazine content and display continues.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action is the Co-op considering to address customer discomfort with lads' magazines?

Moving them to a different aisle

Packaging them in sealed modesty bags

Banning them completely

Offering discounts on them

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of those who oppose the sale of lads' magazines?

The magazines are too expensive

They promote sexism

They are not popular enough

They are difficult to find

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do some in the publishing industry view the covering of lads' magazines?

As a marketing strategy

As a form of censorship

As a way to increase sales

As a necessary step

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason some people support covering the magazines?

It makes them more appealing

It protects younger audiences

It increases their value

It makes them easier to find

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Despite declining sales, why do debates about lads' magazines continue?

They are still bought by many

They are becoming more popular

They are a new trend

They are only available online