After More Than A Decade, The Newseum Is Closing

After More Than A Decade, The Newseum Is Closing

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Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies, History

6th - 8th Grade

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The Newseum, a museum dedicated to the press, is closing due to financial struggles. Visitors express sadness and share their experiences, highlighting the museum's impact. The closure is attributed to its location and entrance fees. Artifacts will be preserved, and the building will be used by Johns Hopkins University.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the Newseum's closure?

Financial difficulties

Lack of visitor interest

Change in management

Renovation plans

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Samuel Ripple want to share with his family at the Newseum?

A special event happening that day

The museum's gift shop

The architecture of the building

His favorite exhibit and the experience

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What interactive element did visitors enjoy at the Newseum?

A live news broadcast

A 3D movie experience

Reading a teleprompter

A virtual reality tour

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason some people believe led to the Newseum's financial struggles?

Poor management

The entrance fee

Its remote location

Lack of advertising

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What will happen to the Newseum's artifacts after its closure?

They will be displayed in another museum

They will be returned to their original owners

They will be auctioned off

They will be stored in an undisclosed facility