Introduction to Paramount News presentation of important events of 1947

Introduction to Paramount News presentation of important events of 1947

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Journalism, History, Social Studies

9th - 11th Grade

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The Newsreel Diary for 1947 captures the significant global events of the year. Paramount News editors have curated these events, highlighting the most impactful news stories that shaped the world. The diary serves as a cinematic reflection of the year's kaleidoscopic happenings.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of the Newsreel Diary for 1947?

To focus on local news only

To entertain with fictional stories

To mirror the significant events of the year

To provide a daily news update

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'kaleidoscopic happenings' refer to in the context of the Newsreel Diary?

A focus on a single event

A variety of significant global events

A series of colorful images

A collection of random stories

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did the editors of Paramount News play in the Newsreel Diary?

They reported only local news

They selected impactful events

They focused on entertainment

They created fictional stories

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is highlighted as the focus of the Newsreel Diary's conclusion?

The most entertaining stories

The biggest news stories of the past year

The least important events

The editors' personal opinions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes the events selected by Paramount News editors?

Events that were insignificant

Events that left a lasting impact on humanity

Events that were fictional

Events that were humorous