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