VOICED : Ferguson shooting shows racial tensions still alive in the US

VOICED : Ferguson shooting shows racial tensions still alive in the US

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the shooting of Michael Brown, an unarmed black man, by a white police officer in Ferguson, Missouri, which sparked national debates on race and justice. It provides historical context on racial tensions in Missouri, details the community's protest response, and highlights political and demographic shifts in the area. The investigation into the shooting and its implications for the future are also covered.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event reignited the debate about race and justice in America?

A new civil rights law

A Supreme Court decision

The shooting of Michael Brown

The election of a new president

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Missouri's status during the Civil War?

An independent state

A neutral state

A Confederate state

A Union state

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What change was made in response to the protests in Ferguson?

Deployment of the National Guard

Increased police presence

Curfew imposed on residents

Appointment of an African American officer to lead security

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current racial composition of Ferguson's local government?

Predominantly African American

Evenly mixed

Predominantly Hispanic

Predominantly white

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is expected to happen at Michael Brown's funeral?

A small private ceremony

A large gathering of over 5000 people

A protest march

A televised broadcast