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SBP_WSC2024: Hindsight Needs Corrective Lenses
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8. What is a common feature of cyclons?
B) They are brightly colored
C) They contain decipherable inscriptions
D) They are cylindrical stones
A) They are made of animal bones
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12. Where are the oldest cluster of petroglyphs thought to be located?
C) Iran
D) China
B) Greece
A) Egypt
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1. Who directed the film "Gandhi" starring Ben Kingsley in the titular role?
D) Quentin Tarantino
A) Steven Spielberg
B) Richard Attenborough
C) Martin Scorsese
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11. Which of the following writing systems is associated with rock carvings made by removing part of a rock’s surface?
D) Nsibidi
A) Hieroglyphics
B) Cuneiform
C) Petroglyphs
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2. Where are the oldest cluster of petroglyphs thought to be located?
B) Greece
A) Egypt
C) Iran
D) China
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6. Where was the Dispilio Tablet found?
C) Rome
B) Greece
D) Mesopotamia
A) Egypt
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5. Who recognized Tien Hoi's performance in "A Sleepless Night"?
B) General Vo Nguyen Giap
A) President Ho Chi Minh
C) Hollywood actors and directors
D) Tien Hoi's family
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5. What is one significant challenge in deciphering the quipu system?
B) Lack of existing examples
A) Destruction during Spanish colonial rule
C) Absence of numeric information
D) Presence of a corresponding language
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4. Which society primarily used quipu as a recording device?
B) Incan society
A) Ancient Egypt
C) Mesopotamian civilization
D) Ancient Greece
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2. What impact did the film "Gandhi" have upon its release in 1982?
B) It was criticized for its inaccurate portrayal of Gandhi
C) It made no significant impact
D) It received 8 out of the 11 Oscars in 1983
A) It received 11 Oscars
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1. What was notable about Tien Hoi's portrayal of Ho Chi Minh in "A Sleepless Night"?
B) He resembled an older version of Ho Chi Minh
D) He portrayed Ho Chi Minh as a villainous character
C) He needed minimal makeup due to his natural resemblance
A) He used extensive makeup
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4. What is advocated for in addressing the issues surrounding color-blind casting?
A) Ignoring race and ethnicity in casting decisions
D) Continuing the status quo
C) Considering race and ethnicity in casting decisions
B) Creating new spaces for white actors
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9. What is one modern form of geoglyphs mentioned in the text?
C) Land Art Movement
A) Cave paintings
B) Graffiti art
D) Nazca Lines
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2. Who was staunchly against color-blind casting, according to the text?
B) August Wilson
A) Lin Manuel Miranda
D) Arthur Miller
C) William Shakespeare
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3. What is the primary usage of the Nsibidi system?
C) Divination ceremonies
A) Collecting data
B) Love affairs
D) Organizing troops
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3. What extends beyond Hamilton in terms of facing criticism for color-blind casting?
D) The Office
C) Friends
A) West Side Story
B) The Lion King
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5. What does the text suggest about representing historical figures like Gandhi?
D) They are not important for reflection on modern-day "heroes"
A) They provide a completely accurate portrayal
B) They cannot provide a completely accurate portrayal
C) They always accurately represent the complexities of the figure
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What sparked the debate over color-blind casting in recent times?
D) The adaptation of The Great Gatsby with diverse casting choices
B) The release of Hamilton on Disney+
C) The casting of white roles by BIPOC actors in traditional norms
A) The casting of Jodie Smith in the Channel 5 series rendition of Hamilton
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What example is given to illustrate the potential of color-conscious casting?
B) The release of Hamilton on Disney+
D) The casting of August Wilson's plays
A) The casting of Jodie Smith in Hamilton
C) The adaptation of The Great Gatsby
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4. Despite his flaws, what does Gandhi's legacy continue to do, according to the text?
B) It prompts reflection on the complexities of his character
D) It discourages critical thinking
A) It continues to inspire
C) It has been forgotten
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14. Which society primarily used quipu as a recording device?
D) Ancient Greece
C) Mesopotamian civilization
A) Ancient Egypt
B) Incan society
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3. What was particularly noteworthy about Ben Kingsley's portrayal of Gandhi?
A) His use of extensive makeup
B) His capture of Gandhi's essence with wisdom, generosity, and humor
D) His controversial views on certain issues
C) His physical resemblance to Gandhi
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1. What sparked the debate over color-blind casting in recent times?
B) The release of Hamilton on Disney+
C) The casting of black actors in traditionally white roles
D) The criticism faced by The Simpsons for its casting choices
A) The casting of Jodie Smith as the Queen of England
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10. Which ancient society primarily used runestones?
D) Mayans
C) Vikings
A) Ancient Egyptians
B) Ancient Greeks
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What does the article suggest about Hollywood's occasional success in diversity casting?
C) It perpetuates racial stereotypes
B) It challenges societal norms effectively
D) It focuses solely on historical accuracy
A) It is often arbitrary and inconsequential to the plot
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13. What is the primary usage of the Nsibidi system?
D) Organizing troops
B) Love affairs
A) Collecting data
C) Divination ceremonies
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What was Lin Manuel Miranda's inspiration for writing Hamilton?
C) His personal experiences
D) The success of other Broadway musicals
A) Modern politics
B) Historical events and modern culture
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7. What was the primary purpose of oracle bones in Ancient China?
A) Food production
B) Writing love letters
D) Recording historical events
C) Divination ceremonies
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What does Hamilton set a precedent for in terms of casting methods?
B) Encouraging arbitrary casting choices
A) Emphasizing historical accuracy above all else
D) Prioritizing race over talent in casting decisions
C) Challenging traditional norms and encouraging diverse representations
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15. What is one significant challenge in deciphering the quipu system?
B) Lack of existing examples
C) Absence of numeric information
D) Presence of a corresponding language
A) Destruction during Spanish colonial rule
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Which playwright was mentioned as being against color-blind casting?
D) Arthur Miller
A) Lin Manuel Miranda
C) William Shakespeare
B) August Wilson
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What is the primary concern regarding color-blind casting, according to the article?
C) Lack of diversity in the industry
D) Perpetuation of racial stereotypes
A) Erasure of historical accuracy
B) Undermining the experiences of marginalized communities
