Social Media and Athlete Protests

The video explores the influence of social media through the lens of 1950s psychological experiments, connects current protests by black athletes to historical ones, and introduces humorist Andy Borowitz. These stories are part of the Retro Report on PBS.

How might social media's influence today be related to psychological studies from the 1950s?

• Through similar patterns of behavior and influence

• By using the same technology

• By focusing on the same demographic

• Through identical outcomes

What is a key theme in the discussion of protests by black athletes?

• Athletes have no influence on social change

• Protests are a recent phenomenon

• Sports and social issues are interconnected

• Athletes should focus solely on sports

Which statement best describes the connection between past and present athlete protests?

• They are driven by personal gain

• They share a common goal of social justice

• They are completely unrelated

• They focus on different issues

Who is Andy Borowitz?

• A famous athlete

• A psychologist from the 1950s

• A historical figure

• A humorist featured in the Retro Report

What is the Retro Report on PBS known for?

• Covering only sports events

• Providing historical context to current issues

• Focusing on technological advancements

• Discussing only psychological experiments