Portraying Martin Luther King

Portraying Martin Luther King

Assessment

Interactive Video

Performing Arts, Arts

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The transcript discusses the process of portraying Martin, from initial reactions to the script to the challenges of embodying the character. It covers the development of Martin's character from age 16 to 39, focusing on visual transformations such as skin texture and hairstyle. The use of wider lenses to enhance the portrayal is also mentioned. The speaker reflects on the experience of transforming into Martin and achieving a version they are comfortable with.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speaker's initial reaction to the idea of portraying Martin Kelvin?

Overwhelmed and anxious

Indifferent and neutral

Doubtful and unworthy

Excited and confident

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the key factor the speaker relied on to portray Martin Kelvin?

Personal experience

Improvisation skills

Trusting the hired team

Extensive research

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the speaker alter Martin Kelvin's appearance as he aged?

By adding texture to his skin

By changing his eye color

By changing his voice

By altering his height

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What hairstyle was given to Martin Kelvin to reflect his character?

A buzz cut

A ponytail

The infamous Martin comb back

A mohawk

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the use of wider lenses affect the portrayal of Martin Luther King?

It broadened his face

It altered his voice

It changed his skin tone

It made him appear taller

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What personal realization did the speaker have after transforming into Martin?

He felt disconnected from the character

He was uncomfortable with the transformation

He finally saw a version of Martin he was comfortable with

He wanted to change the portrayal entirely