VOICED : Protesta contra unos oscar blancos

VOICED : Protesta contra unos oscar blancos

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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Activists protested at the Oscars, criticizing the lack of diversity and calling it a 'white award.' They emphasized the need for racial inclusion, especially for African Americans and Latinos. A 2015 report highlighted the underrepresentation of ethnic minorities in media roles, despite them making up 54% of the population. In response to the nominations, some guests announced a boycott of the awards.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the protests at the Oscars?

The awards were perceived as predominantly white.

The awards were not broadcasted live.

The awards ceremony was too long.

The awards were seen as too commercial.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which groups were highlighted as needing more representation in the Oscars?

African Americans and Latinos

Asian Americans and Native Americans

European Americans and Australians

Middle Eastern and Pacific Islanders

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the 2015 report, what percentage of the population do ethnic minorities constitute?

45%

54%

60%

50%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What roles are ethnic minorities underrepresented in, according to the report?

Costume designers and set decorators

Protagonists, directors, and screenwriters

Producers and casting directors

Cinematographers and editors

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did many guests take in response to the nominations?

They wrote letters to the organizers.

They decided to boycott the awards.

They held a press conference.

They organized a separate awards ceremony.