Casts of faces of 850 transgender people to be displayed on Fourth Plinth

Casts of faces of 850 transgender people to be displayed on Fourth Plinth

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the perception of Chilean West photographs, highlighting the contrast between perceived violence and actual harmony. It introduces Theresa Margolis' project '850 imprints', which focuses on portraiture of the trans community in the UK, emphasizing the lack of public statues for this community. The video concludes with an analysis of a historical photograph from 1914, revealing its subversive nature due to the racial norms of the time.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial perception of the photographs discussed in the first section?

They are considered humorous.

They are viewed as abstract.

They are seen as harmonious.

They are perceived as violent.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of Theresa Margolis' piece '850 imprints'?

Portraits from the trans community

Abstract art forms

Portraits of historical figures

Landscapes of London

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the '850 imprints' project considered significant?

It features renowned artists.

It is the largest art piece in the UK.

It highlights the absence of public statues for the trans community.

It showcases famous landmarks.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the photograph used in the sculpture reveal about societal norms in 1914?

It was common for Africans to wear hats.

Hats were only worn by women.

It was forbidden for Africans to wear hats before white people.

Hats were a symbol of rebellion.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the underlying theme of the photograph discussed in the third section?

Cultural celebration

Environmental conservation

Technological advancement

Subversion of societal norms