Superman vs. the ku klux klan, a radio revolution

Superman vs. the ku klux klan, a radio revolution

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Interactive Video

Performing Arts

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video explores how Superman, after defeating fascism, took on the Ku Klux Klan in a radio show. Stetson Kennedy, a journalist, infiltrated the Klan to gather information for the Anti-Defamation League. His research was used by the creators of 'The Adventures of Superman' to produce a series exposing the Klan as a hate-driven, profit-seeking organization. This innovative approach not only provided a public service but also made the show a top-rated program, demonstrating the power of media in combating hate.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Stetson Kennedy and what role did he play in the fight against the Ku Klux Klan?

A superhero who fought the Klan physically

A journalist who infiltrated the Klan

A politician who passed anti-Klan laws

A radio show producer

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the bold decision made by the producers of the Superman radio show?

To collaborate with the government

To end the radio show

To take on real-life hate groups in their storyline

To create a new superhero character

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Superman radio series portray the Ku Klux Klan?

As a group of misunderstood individuals

As a charitable organization

As a political party

As hate mongers and a money-driven organization

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the outcomes of the Superman radio series tackling the Klan?

It became the number one radio show for kids

It was banned from the airwaves

It led to the arrest of Klan members

It was criticized for being too violent

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What commodity did the Klan deal in, according to the radio series?

Weapons

Oil

Gold

Hate