Smirnoff Hosts Press Conference with Nas and NERD to Announce Smirnoff

Smirnoff Hosts Press Conference with Nas and NERD to Announce Smirnoff

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History, Arts, Social Studies, Performing Arts

9th - 12th Grade

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The speaker emphasizes the importance of staying relevant and connected with the current generation. They express a desire to be remembered actively rather than as a myth or folklore. The speaker highlights the need for people from their era to engage with the present to avoid becoming mere legends. They conclude by asserting their identity as someone who transcends traditional school labels, emphasizing their presence in the now.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker want to avoid becoming a myth or folklore?

He wants to be remembered for his historical achievements.

He prefers to be actively involved and recognized in the present.

He wants to be forgotten entirely.

He believes myths and folklore are more prestigious.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent activity does the speaker mention to illustrate his point?

Attending a music award ceremony.

Giving a lecture on history.

Performing on turntables with contemporary music.

Writing a new book.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which artists' music did the speaker play during his recent session?

Beethoven and Mozart

Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran

The Beatles and Elvis

Pharrell, Nas, Jay-Z, and Mary J. Blige

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe his identity in terms of musical eras?

Neither old nor new school

Strictly old school

Strictly new school

A blend of all schools

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's ultimate wish regarding his legacy?

To be forgotten by future generations

To be remembered only after his death

To be recognized as a myth while alive

To be acknowledged for his current contributions