Max Robinson's Career Milestones

Max Robinson's Career Milestones

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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Max Robinson made history in 1978 as the first black person to anchor a nightly network news show on ABC's World News Tonight. His career began in Virginia, where his face was initially hidden behind graphics. He later moved to Washington, becoming the first black anchor in a major US city. Robinson was a vocal critic of racism and the portrayal of African-Americans in the media, and he co-founded the National Association of Black Journalists.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year did Max Robinson become the first black person to anchor a nightly network news show?

1985

1980

1978

1975

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Max Robinson start his career in broadcasting?

Virginia

Washington

New York

Cleveland

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant challenge Robinson faced early in his career?

Lack of opportunities

His face was hidden behind a graphic

Discrimination from colleagues

Low viewership ratings

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which city did Robinson become the first black anchor?

Washington

Los Angeles

Chicago

New York

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What organization did Max Robinson help to establish?

Black Journalists Alliance

African-American Media Association

National Association of Black Journalists

Journalists of Color Network