VOICED : Minneapolis en llamas

VOICED : Minneapolis en llamas

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd, a black man who died after being arrested by police. Protesters demand justice, expressing anger and frustration over the lack of charges against the officers involved. The video details the circumstances of Floyd's death, including the actions of the police officer who knelt on his neck. The UN's Michelle Bachelet calls for serious measures to ensure justice, highlighting the broader issue of police violence against unarmed African Americans.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the protesters take in response to George Floyd's death?

They organized a peaceful march.

They burned a police station.

They held a candlelight vigil.

They wrote letters to the mayor.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was George Floyd accused of that led to his arrest?

Trespassing

Assault

Forgery of a $20 bill

Shoplifting

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the police officer restrain George Floyd during the arrest?

By using a taser

By pressing a knee on his neck

By handcuffing him to a pole

By holding his arms behind his back

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the immediate consequence for the officers involved in George Floyd's arrest?

They were suspended with pay.

They were dismissed from their positions.

They were transferred to another department.

They were promoted.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights urge the United States to do?

Implement stricter immigration laws

Ignore the protests

Take serious measures to ensure justice

Increase police funding