Cheerleading Work Conditions and Issues

Cheerleading Work Conditions and Issues

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Business, Performing Arts

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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The video highlights the enthusiasm of Game Day, the challenges faced by cheerleaders, and the power dynamics in sports, particularly focusing on gender inequality within the NFL. It is part of the Independent Lens series on PBS.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the speaker in the first section?

The financial struggles of cheerleaders

The challenges of being a cheerleader

The excitement and personal goals achieved on Game Day

The power dynamics in the NFL

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue is highlighted regarding the work conditions of cheerleaders?

They have flexible working hours

They work without pay for extended periods

They are treated better than football players

They receive high salaries

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expectation placed on cheerleaders according to the second section?

To work part-time

To volunteer their time for others' profit

To receive bonuses for their work

To have a say in team decisions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What broader issue is discussed in the final section?

The power imbalance between men and women

The popularity of football

The financial success of the NFL

The training regimen of cheerleaders

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the title of the documentary introduced in the final section?

The Cheerleader's Journey

Power and Sports

Game Day Glory

A Woman's Work, The NFL's Cheerleader Problem

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