VOICED : Placido Domingo renuncia a Opera de Los Angeles entre acusaciones de acoso

VOICED : Placido Domingo renuncia a Opera de Los Angeles entre acusaciones de acoso

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Performing Arts, Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

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Plácido Domingo resigned as Director General of the Los Angeles Opera amid sexual harassment accusations. He stated that these allegations compromised his ability to serve the company effectively. Despite his intention to clear his name, he decided to step down for the opera's best interest. The accusations, dating back to the 1980s, involve over 20 women, including singers and a dancer. As a result, Domingo canceled performances in several major cities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Plácido Domingo resign from his position at the Los Angeles Opera?

He wanted to focus on his personal life.

He was offered a better position elsewhere.

He decided to retire from music entirely.

Recent accusations affected his ability to serve effectively.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Domingo plan to do after resigning from his position?

Move to another country.

Start a new opera company.

Continue working to clear his name.

Write a book about his experiences.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many women initially came forward with allegations against Domingo in August?

Five singers and one dancer.

Eight singers and one dancer.

Ten singers and two dancers.

Seven singers and two dancers.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which decade do the allegations against Domingo date back to?

1980s

1990s

1970s

2000s

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which cities did Domingo cancel his performances in?

Houston, Seattle, Atlanta, and Denver.

Washington D.C., Las Vegas, Orlando, and Phoenix.

Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, and Boston.

New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Dallas.