Exploring Themes in 'The 1619 Project'

Exploring Themes in 'The 1619 Project'

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History, Social Studies, Arts

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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The 1619 Project is a docuseries exploring American life through the lens of slavery. It highlights the contributions and struggles of Black Americans, covering topics like democracy, race, music, capitalism, fear, and justice. Each episode delves into specific themes, emphasizing the role of Black Americans as a democratizing force, the construct of race, the cultural impact of Black music, the exploitation in capitalism, societal fears, and the call for reparations. The series aims to reshape the understanding of Black Americans as integral to the nation's fabric.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of 'The 1619 Project'?

A documentary on American politics

A modern exploration of American life through slavery

A biography of Black leaders

A historical account of the 17th century

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the 'Democracy' episode portray Black Americans?

As passive observers

As the primary democratizing force

As opponents of democracy

As indifferent to political change

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concept does the 'Race' episode explore?

Race as a political tool

Race as a social construct

Race as a biological fact

Race as a cultural phenomenon

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is highlighted in the 'Music' episode?

The decline of Black music

The exclusion of Black music from American culture

The pervasive influence of Black music

The commercialization of Black music

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the 'Capitalism' episode focus on?

The exploitation of labor

The benefits of capitalism

The history of American industry

The rise of global markets

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What ongoing issue is examined in the 'Fear' episode?

Fear of technological advancement

Fear of Black men

Fear of economic collapse

Fear of political change

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What argument is made in the 'Justice' episode?

That justice has been fully achieved

That Black Americans owe a debt to society

That reparations are unnecessary

That there is a moral and financial debt owed to Black Americans

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