Kate Winslet and Danny Boyle Talk On Steve Jobs Red Carpet

Kate Winslet and Danny Boyle Talk On Steve Jobs Red Carpet

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Arts, Journalism, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses the portrayal of Steve Jobs, emphasizing the distinction between a painting and a photograph. It highlights Jobs' public persona and the family's concerns about his portrayal. The biography by Walter Isaacson, commissioned by Jobs, is mentioned, noting Jobs' unusual request for no control over its content. The narrative underscores the importance of respecting grieving families while telling stories about influential figures.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the representation of Steve Jobs in the context of the discussion?

As a painting

As a photograph

As a sculpture

As a sketch

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What aspect of Steve Jobs' life is highlighted by the speaker in terms of his public presence?

His private family life

His love for technology

His insistence on a public profile

His educational background

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Steve Jobs commission to write his biography?

J.K. Rowling

Walter Isaacson

Malcolm Gladwell

Stephen King

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was unusual about Steve Jobs' request regarding his biography?

He wanted it to be a series

He requested no control over its contents

He wanted it to be a fiction

He asked for it to be unpublished

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest about the narrative Steve Jobs wanted for his biography?

He wanted it to be a mystery

He wanted an uncontrolled narrative

He wanted it to focus on his failures

He wanted it to be controlled by his company