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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the minister of the local church?

2. How many people crammed into the area around the house?

3. Who is James Johnson?

4. The minister organized a group focused on which of the following?

5. Why did Sweet take the stand if he was not required to do so?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did the author describe Darrow's approach to the witnesses?

2. List the date and names of all parties involved in opening day of the Sweet trial.

3. Describe the meeting between the NAACP and Darrow.

4. What was the assistant prosecutor's angle when presented the Sweet case to a judge in a pre-trial hearing?

5. Name at least one of the obstacles involved in Darrow and Hays joining the legal team on the Sweet case.

6. How did the attorneys learn about the charges against the 11 men?

7. What was the resolution between Rowlette and the NAACP?

8. What was the agreement made by the prosecution regarding the upcoming trials?

9. What was agreed upon by the court and the defense?

10. Relay Henry's story regarding the incident on Garland Avenue.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Sweets were held in jail without bail or the ability to have visitors. Examine if either of those things infringed on any of their civil rights. Also examine the purpose and use of Miranda rights during an arrest.

Essay Topic 2

In Detroit in the 1920s, Detroit was a growing city. Amongst the things that existed in Detroit at that time were speakeasies, gangsters, prohibition, and political corruption. Explain in detail the culture and lifestyle in Detroit and how the characters in the story were affected by each.

Essay Topic 3

The NAACP had a great deal of involvement in the Sweet case. Explain how the NAACP got involved, who supported the Detroit faction, and who was against the NAACP. Write a detailed opinion on your views regarding the NAACP's involvement. Was it a hindrance or a help? Examine the actions and motives of the organization.

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