Black Family Sues Sesame Place, Alleging Discrimination

Black Family Sues Sesame Place, Alleging Discrimination

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A class action lawsuit has been filed against Sesame Place, owned by SeaWorld, alleging racial discrimination. The lawsuit follows incidents where a character at the park ignored children of color. Despite apologies from Sesame Place, more parents have reported similar experiences. A Baltimore law firm specializing in civil rights is leading the legal action. SeaWorld has not responded, but Sesame Place is reviewing the situation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What triggered the class action lawsuit against Sesame Place?

A costumed character ignored children seeking high fives.

A character refused to take photos with children.

A character was involved in a physical altercation.

A character gave preferential treatment to certain children.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Sesame Place initially respond to the allegations?

They fired the employee involved.

They offered free tickets to affected families.

They issued several apologies.

They denied all allegations.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of law firm is handling the lawsuit against Sesame Place?

A criminal law firm

A family law firm

A civil rights law firm

A corporate law firm

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main allegation against SeaWorld parks in the lawsuit?

Environmental violations

Racial discrimination

Animal cruelty

Financial misconduct

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was SeaWorld's response to the lawsuit?

They issued a public apology.

They promised to investigate.

They denied the allegations.

They did not respond.