Miss America beauty contest in Atlantic City, NJ, and National College Queen beauty contest in Asbury Park, NJ

Miss America beauty contest in Atlantic City, NJ, and National College Queen beauty contest in Asbury Park, NJ

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Performing Arts

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers the Miss America pageant, highlighting contestants from various regions, including Miss California, Lee Ann Merriweather, who wins the title and $60,000 in prizes. It also features the National College Queen contest, where Temple University student Ginger Stein wins with a combination of beauty and intellect, earning $5,000 in scholarships.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which regions were represented in the Miss America pageant?

Only the 48 states

Only Hawaii and Puerto Rico

The 48 states, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and Canada

Only Canada

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the Miss America pageant held?

Los Angeles, California

Miami, Florida

New York City, New York

Atlantic City, New Jersey

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Miss California's aspiration?

To become a singer

To become a scientist

To be a fashion designer

To pursue a career in drama

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much in prizes did Lee Ann Merriweather win?

$70,000

$60,000

$50,000

$80,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the unique requirement for the National College Queen contest?

A beauty pageant

An essay submission

A sports competition

A talent show