Social Justice On Minds Of NFL Players As Season Kicks Off

Social Justice On Minds Of NFL Players As Season Kicks Off

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the major storylines in the NFL, focusing on the pandemic and players' push for social change. It highlights the league's response to racial injustice, including past protests by Colin Kaepernick and current campaigns for social justice and equality. The discussion also covers incidents of police brutality involving players and the importance of maintaining the message of social justice during the pandemic. The video concludes with a look at how these discussions will continue to be relevant as the NFL season progresses.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two main storylines for the NFL season this year?

The pandemic and player injuries

Social change and new team formations

Player retirements and the pandemic

The pandemic and social change

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the NFL's approach to social justice changed since 2017?

The league is now promoting social justice causes

The league has increased player salaries

The league has banned all forms of protest

The league has ignored social justice issues

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which NFL figure explicitly supported Black Lives Matter in a video statement?

Roger Goodell

Colin Kaepernick

Jerry Jones

Michael Bennett

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What incident involving Michael Bennett is highlighted in the discussion?

He retired from the NFL

He had a gun drawn to his head by police

He was injured during a game

He was traded to another team

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What broader societal issues are emphasized in the discussion?

Technological advancements

The justice system and education

Environmental concerns

Economic inequality