Cancel Culture

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Objective

I can analyze examples of cancel culture and discuss their consequences for individuals and communities.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

5 questions

1

Define cancel culture in your own words and provide an example of a situation where it has occurred.

2

Discuss the potential positive and negative consequences of cancel culture for individuals who are targeted. Provide specific examples to support your points.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Analyze the case of Morgan Wallen being canceled for using a racial slur. Discuss the consequences this event had on his career and the community's response. Examine the cancellation of J.K. Rowling over her comments on transgender individuals. Discuss the impact this had on her as an author and the reactions from various communities.

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