Freak Shows

Freak Shows

8th Grade

25 Qs

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Freak Shows

Freak Shows

Assessment

Quiz

English

8th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RL.8.4, RL.5.4, RL.8.7

+33

Standards-aligned

Created by

Sarah Williams

FREE Resource

25 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What are freak shows?

Exhibitions of rare plants and animals

Exhibitions of people with physical abnormalities or unusual talents

Artistic displays of paintings and sculptures

Circus performances with trained animals

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How were individuals with physical differences treated in freak shows?

They were celebrated and admired for their differences

They were provided with proper medical care and support

They were often exploited and treated as objects of curiosity

They were given the same respect as any other performer

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What were the ethical concerns surrounding freak shows?

Celebrating diversity and uniqueness

Exploitation, objectification, and treatment of individuals with physical differences

Promoting acceptance and understanding

Providing opportunities for individuals with physical differences

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What led to the decline of freak shows?

Government regulations and restrictions

Changing social attitudes, increased awareness of exploitation, and the rise of alternative forms of entertainment

Lack of funding and financial support

Increased popularity and demand

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How did freak shows impact society's perception of people with disabilities?

Freak shows perpetuated negative stereotypes and discrimination against people with disabilities.

Freak shows had no impact on society's perception of people with disabilities.

Freak shows promoted equality and acceptance of people with disabilities.

Freak shows helped to educate the public about the capabilities of people with disabilities.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

When did freak shows become popular?

15th century

10th century

19th century

21st century

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Who were some famous performers in freak shows?

Joseph Merrick and Annie Jones

Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber

Elvis Presley and Beyonce

Michael Jackson and Madonna

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

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