Current Events Quiz #4.2
1. How much money did Steve Adler raise in his 2014 Austin Mayor's race, according to the story on page A1 "Adler raises $283,164..."$449,200
2. How many jobs could be created if Apple decides to make Austin its second headquarters? Page B5 "Could Austin be chosen for Apple's..."
20000 jobs
3. What are two digital currencies mentioned in the article on page B6 "Bitcoin below $10,000..."
Bitcoin and Ethereum
4. What are the final three potential locations for a new MLS soccer stadium in Austin? Page C1 "Exposition Center ruled out as a potential home"
Butler Shores Metropolitan Park, Roy Guerrero Metropolitan Park and McKalla Place, near the intersection of Bur-net Road and Braker Lane.
5. What is "Dinder"? Page D1
Dinder is an app for choosing a place to eat with your date.
Long Response:
Read the story on page D6 "Child actors have always had it rough..."
Summarize the article in a two-three sentences.
The article is about child actors having to grow up to fast. They learn that people can be rude and that when becoming famous, they have to take the good with the bad. But also, it isn't good for them to become an adult at 13 years old.
What are some of the problems with being a child actor, according to the article?
Some problems are that kids have to work constantly. The have to act more mature than there age, and take the hate.
Which of the shows mentioned in the article have you watched?
On of the shows that was mentioned that I watch is Stranger Things.
What is your current "binge" favorite?
My current "Binge" favorite right now would be, Scream Queens.
What medium do you get your entertainment (i.e. Hulu, Netflix, etc.)?
I use both Netflix and Hulu I just started to use Hulu because Netflix is starting to take off most of the good content.
How do you watch most of your entertainment?
I watch most of my entertainment on my t.v. Unless I'm out, I will watch it on my phone.
Would you want to be a child actor? Why? or Why not?
Honestly, I would love to be a child actor. At some point in their life, many people have dreamed about being famous. Although, I don't know how all of the hate would feel.
Have you ever tried to communicate to a Hollywood star or used social media to talk about a show? Why and what platform did you use?
2. How many jobs could be created if Apple decides to make Austin its second headquarters? Page B5 "Could Austin be chosen for Apple's..."
20000 jobs
3. What are two digital currencies mentioned in the article on page B6 "Bitcoin below $10,000..."
Bitcoin and Ethereum
4. What are the final three potential locations for a new MLS soccer stadium in Austin? Page C1 "Exposition Center ruled out as a potential home"
Butler Shores Metropolitan Park, Roy Guerrero Metropolitan Park and McKalla Place, near the intersection of Bur-net Road and Braker Lane.
5. What is "Dinder"? Page D1
Dinder is an app for choosing a place to eat with your date.
Long Response:
Read the story on page D6 "Child actors have always had it rough..."
Summarize the article in a two-three sentences.
The article is about child actors having to grow up to fast. They learn that people can be rude and that when becoming famous, they have to take the good with the bad. But also, it isn't good for them to become an adult at 13 years old.
What are some of the problems with being a child actor, according to the article?
Some problems are that kids have to work constantly. The have to act more mature than there age, and take the hate.
Which of the shows mentioned in the article have you watched?
On of the shows that was mentioned that I watch is Stranger Things.
What is your current "binge" favorite?
My current "Binge" favorite right now would be, Scream Queens.
What medium do you get your entertainment (i.e. Hulu, Netflix, etc.)?
I use both Netflix and Hulu I just started to use Hulu because Netflix is starting to take off most of the good content.
How do you watch most of your entertainment?
I watch most of my entertainment on my t.v. Unless I'm out, I will watch it on my phone.
Would you want to be a child actor? Why? or Why not?
Honestly, I would love to be a child actor. At some point in their life, many people have dreamed about being famous. Although, I don't know how all of the hate would feel.
Have you ever tried to communicate to a Hollywood star or used social media to talk about a show? Why and what platform did you use?
I've never really posed about a show or star. But, if I do talk about those things I probably talk to a friend about it in person, over text message, or over snapchat.
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