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World Scholar's Cup 2024 Lesson 8
World Scholar's Cup 2024 Lesson 8
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1
What influenced Guy Gavriel Kay to integrate history into his fantasy novels?
Desire to portray character beliefs like ghosts etc as valid for their eras
Incorporating elements of magic and mythology into historical settings
Allowing characters to experience worlds through their perspectives
Immersing readers in worlds through character perspectives
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What negative impact can the true crime genre have if issues like racism aren't addressed?
Push disproportionate view that favors white perpetrators & neglects BIPOC
It can promote equality and justice.
It can create awareness about systemic issues.
It has little to no impact on racial issues.
3
In Makoto Shinkai's film Suzume, what is Suzume's role?
She transforms into a talking cat.
She represents the ongoing impacts of the 2011 earthquake.
She helps Souta search for doors causing earthquakes.
She seals the doors with a Shinto-inspired prayer.
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How can telling stories about real crimes without consent of victims' families affect them?
It has little to no impact on them.
It can provide justice.
It can retraumatize them.
It can bring them closure.
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Which term is used when a movie closely portrays the true story, allowing some creative liberties?
"Inspired by" True Events
"Based on" a True Story
"Inspired by" a True Story
"Based on" True Events
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Who may benefit from trigger warnings?
People who feel overwhelmed by traumatic news and want a sense of control.
Content creators who want to show concern for trauma survivors.
All of the above.
Those who use them performatively to gain social rewards.
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What is the primary goal of a writer of historical fantasy?
entertain readers while immersing them in a specific historical period
transport readers into a world where history and fantasy intertwine
uncover and understand the past as it actually happened
provide an accurate and objective account of historical events & societies.
8
The Woman King received criticism for:
Glorifying a slave-trading kingdom without nuance
Failure to acknowledge African political entities' role in the slave trade
All of the above
Inaccuracies regarding King Ghezo's commitment to end the slave trade
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What is the primary goal of a writer of historical fiction?
uncover and understand the past as it actually happened
provide an accurate and objective account of historical events & societies
entertain readers while immersing them in a specific historical period
transport readers into a world where history and fantasy intertwine
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What are some arguments against the effectiveness of trigger warnings?
They encourage avoidance of trauma reminders, maintaining PTSD symptoms.
They could amplify anxiety and prolong distressing memories.
They may not reduce distress significantly.
All of the above.
11
What is the potential risk associated with alternate history in museums?
Visitors may misconstrue it as factual
All of the above
It may confuse visitors with its subjective and open interpretation
It may undermine the educational value of museums.
12
The origins of the true crime genre can be traced back to crime pamphlets in the:
18th century
14th century
20th century
16th century
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What concept does alternate history explore?
The complexities of conveying historical events in a museum setting
The reinvention of historical events for entertainment purposes.
The idea of presenting a single "correct" alternative version of history.
small changes in the past could have significant ripple effects afterwards
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Should storytellers be allowed to generate revenue from the pain of real people? Why or why not?
Yes, because it is their creative expression and right to profit.
No, it is unethical to profit from the pain of real people.
Yes, but they should share the revenue with the victims.
No, because it can lead to exploitation and harm.
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How have internet sleuths impacted active investigations related to true crimes?
They have no impact on investigations.
They have only helped investigations with useful tips.
Helped investigations but also potentially harmed them with false leads
They have only harmed investigations with false leads.
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What are trigger warnings?
Notices provided before content that may trigger emotional distress/trauma
Warnings about potential spoilers in the film.
Cues given to signal a shift in tone or genre.
Precautions taken by filmmakers to ensure viewer safety.
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How did the producer and actress of The Woman King respond to criticism?
Defended the creative license and acknowledged shortcomings
Acknowledged the need for fictionalization but prioritized entertainment
Apologized for the historical inaccuracies and pledged to do better
Aimed to provide multilayered representations despite inaccuracies
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What is 'verisimilitude'?
The use of special effects to enhance the realism of a production.
The act of mimicking real news footage to create a realistic effect.
A technique used in newsreels to create a sense of authenticity.
Quality of appearing real or true to life.
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Why did Makoto Shinkai include comedic elements and a three-legged chair in the film?
To honor the memories of people lost in natural disasters.
To address heavy themes through an entertainment spectacle.
To provide comic relief and balance the serious topics.
To represent the instability and charm of the three-legged chair.
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What ethical concerns does "The Veldt" raise about technology?
The potential loss of control over our creations.
The dangers of using technology as escapism.
The impact of technology on human behavior.
All of the above.
