Late-Night Hosts Express Disgust With Trump's Initial Charlottesville Reaction | THR News

Late-Night Hosts Express Disgust With Trump's Initial Charlottesville Reaction | THR News

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Late night hosts criticized President Trump for his delayed condemnation of white supremacists after the Charlottesville events. Seth Meyers, Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, and James Corden expressed their disappointment, highlighting the importance of speaking out against racism. Colbert and Corden noted Trump's quicker condemnation of other issues compared to his response to the Charlottesville violence. The segment encourages viewers to watch full episodes and share their thoughts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main criticism by Seth Meyers and Jimmy Fallon regarding President Trump's response to the Charlottesville events?

He condemned the events too quickly.

He did not address the media.

He took too long to condemn white supremacists.

He praised the protesters.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the late-night hosts emphasize as important in response to the Charlottesville events?

Speaking out against racism.

Staying neutral.

Supporting the President.

Ignoring the events.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Stephen Colbert, what was troubling about the President's response compared to a backyard decoration?

The decoration was praised by the President.

The decoration was more vocal against Nazis.

The decoration was ignored by the media.

The decoration was used in the rally.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Jimmy Kimmel suggest about President Trump's silence over the weekend?

He was on vacation.

He was preparing a speech.

He was cutting eyeholes out of his bed sheets.

He was planning a new policy.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did James Corden humorously compare Trump's delayed condemnation of white supremacists?

To a student doing homework.

To a chef cooking a meal.

To a driver stuck in traffic.

To a child reluctantly doing chores.