University Tower Documentary Analysis

University Tower Documentary Analysis

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, History, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The transcript describes a sniper incident at University Tower, highlighting the chaos and bravery of those involved. It discusses the mission to stop the sniper and the impact of the event on the nation. The documentary 'Tower', part of Independent Lens on PBS, explores these themes and reveals the presence of 'monsters' among us.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial situation described in the documentary?

A celebration event at the University Tower

A peaceful protest at the University Tower

A sniper causing chaos at the University Tower

A fire drill at the University Tower

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the mission of the brave individuals mentioned in the documentary?

To evacuate the university

To negotiate with the sniper

To call for backup

To get into the tower and stop the sniper

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the documentary highlight about the people involved in the event?

Their reluctance to act

Their confusion and fear

Their lack of preparation

Their bravery and courage

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the truths learned from the event?

That everyone is inherently good

That monsters do not exist

That there are monsters among us

That the event was a hoax

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the documentary featured in the PBS series?

The Tower Incident

Sniper on Campus

University Crisis

Tower