Crutcher Family Seeks DOJ Investigation Into Fatal Police Shooting

Crutcher Family Seeks DOJ Investigation Into Fatal Police Shooting

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Social Studies, History, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the case of Terence Crutcher, an unarmed Black man shot by a white police officer in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 2016. His family is seeking justice and urging the Department of Justice to reopen the investigation. The video details the incident, the legal proceedings, and the lack of accountability for the officers involved. It also highlights the family's advocacy for the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act and their discussions with Senator Joe Manchin to push for legislative reform to prevent future incidents of police violence.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Terence Crutcher doing when he was shot by Officer Betty Jo Shelby?

He was reaching for a gun.

He was standing near his stalled vehicle.

He was running away from the police.

He was holding a weapon.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of Officer Betty Jo Shelby's trial?

She was sentenced to community service.

She was fined and dismissed from the police force.

She was acquitted of all charges.

She was found guilty of first-degree manslaughter.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of families like Crutcher's regarding police actions?

They are against all police officers.

They demand higher salaries for police officers.

They oppose the excessive use of force by police.

They want to abolish the police force.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Tiffany Crutcher speak with about the George Floyd Justice and Policing Act?

A Supreme Court judge

Senator Joe Manchin

A local police chief

President of the United States

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the George Floyd Justice and Policing Act?

To build more prisons

To reduce taxes for police officers

To ensure liberty and due process for all families

To increase police funding

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