Why does America tend to idolize figures according to the video?

Understanding American Idolization and Historical Figures

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History, Social Studies, Moral Science, Philosophy
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10th - 12th Grade
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Olivia Brooks
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To distract from political issues
To promote consumerism
To reflect the American soul's need for unblemished characters
To encourage competition among citizens
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What do people see in athletes that makes them idolize them?
Their wealth and fame
Their educational background
Their embodiment of physical and ideal perfection
Their political influence
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How are historical figures treated to maintain their iconic status?
Their failures are highlighted
Their flaws are erased
Their achievements are exaggerated
Their personal lives are publicized
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the public's reaction to Martin Luther King Jr. in 1967?
He was elected to a political office
He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize
He was celebrated as a national hero
He was largely dismissed by America
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is Martin Luther King Jr.'s image polished according to the video?
To make him more relatable
To align with political agendas
To avoid examining societal flaws
To sell more books about him
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