Boston's Urban Development and Social Impact

Boston's Urban Development and Social Impact

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Arts, Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

FREE Resource

The video explores the rapid development in Boston, highlighting the displacement of residents due to luxury developments. The filmmaker shares a personal story of homelessness and raises concerns about where evicted residents will go. The film also reflects on the need for individuals, particularly white people, to acknowledge their silence on these issues.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What aspect of Boston does the filmmaker express a strong affinity for?

Its educational institutions

Its rapid urban development

Its sports teams

Its historical landmarks

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant consequence of the city's rapid development?

More cultural festivals

Increased tourism

Displacement of residents

Improved public transportation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What personal experience does the filmmaker share to highlight the social impact of development?

Experiencing homelessness

Working for a development company

Attending a city council meeting

Living in a luxury apartment

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the filmmaker suggest is necessary for addressing social issues?

Increased government funding

Public acknowledgment of silence

Stricter zoning laws

More luxury developments

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the filmmaker imply about the role of white people in social issues?

They are not affected by urban development

They should invest more in real estate

They need to admit past silences

They should move to the suburbs