“History is not the past. It is the present. We carry our history with us. We are our history. If we pretend otherwise, we are literally criminals.” - James Baldwin
This lesson contains 13 slides, with interactive quizzes, text slides and 2 videos.
Lesson duration is: 60 min
Items in this lesson
Black History Month
“History is not the past. It is the present. We carry our history with us. We are our history. If we pretend otherwise, we are literally criminals.” - James Baldwin
Slide 1 - Slide
BHM
Slide 2 - Mind map
Slide 3 - Slide
Slide 4 - Slide
Slide 5 - Slide
Uncle Sam
Samuel L. Jackson
Slide 6 - Slide
Slide 7 - Video
What was the primary message Kendrick Lamar aimed to convey during his Super Bowl performance?
A
A tribute to classic hip-hop
B
That he's the GOAT
C
His rivalry with Drake
D
A political statement towards the US govt.
Slide 8 - Quiz
Slide 9 - Video
Who introduced Kendrick Lamar at the Super Bowl, and what was significant about their attire?
A
Jay-Z, dressed as a business man
B
Samuel L. Jackson as Uncle Sam
C
SZA, to promote his tour
D
Tommy the Clown, for Compton culture
Slide 10 - Quiz
What symbolism was associated with the dancers’ white outfits during the performance?
A
A reference to purity and innocence
B
A nod to hip-hop and street style
C
A possible reference to the KKK and white supremacy
D
An homage to classic Hollywood
Slide 11 - Quiz
How did Kendrick Lamar’s performance challenge the expected norms of a Super Bowl halftime show?
A
By including elaborate choreography
B
By predicting the win of the Eagles
C
By giving a rebellious message against the system
D
By featuring numerous guest artists
Slide 12 - Quiz
What was the significance of Kendrick ending his performance with the song “TV off”?