African American Brothers Receive Fortune From Oil Well

African American Brothers Receive Fortune From Oil Well

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Business, History, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses the vast oil fortune originating from a 160-acre allotment since 1915. After a decade of legal battles, the Oklahoma Court awarded the majority of the $7 million estate to Willie and Floyd Mayweather, nephews of the original landowner's husband. The brothers, along with their wives, plan to manage their newfound wealth responsibly, ensuring financial stability for the future.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What year marks the beginning of the oil fortune discussed in the video?

1935

1925

1915

1905

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much of the $7 million estate is allocated to Willie and Floyd Mayweather?

1/3

1/2

2/3

3/4

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are Willie and Floyd Mayweather in relation to the Indian squaw's husband?

Cousins

Nephews

Brothers

Sons

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the brothers' attitude towards their newfound wealth?

They want to manage it wisely

They intend to save it all

They plan to spend it lavishly

They plan to donate it

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What change does the landlady experience due to the brothers' financial gain?

She receives a bonus

She no longer worries about rent

She moves to a new house

She gets a new job