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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. Barbara Coppersmith, an ally of Ron's in his investigation, held the position of executive director of which Denver-based Jewish group?

2. On January 13th of 1979, what type of rally was held at Acacia Park?

3. It is estimated that how many members were part of the Colorado KKK in 1923?

4. Ron's mother-in-law earned a master's degree in what subject?

5. How many pledges are present within the Personal Code of the KKK?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is the theme of violence depicted within David Duke's comments to Ron about the black security officer?

2. What was the status of the KKK in 1923 Colorado and how does Ron find out this information?

3. What is the difference between Officer Ed's assigned duties at the Acacia Park rally and his actual actions?

4. What is symbolized by the Klan's secret handshake?

5. What is David Duke's reply when Ron asks him if anything about Duke's visit to Colorado Springs had been surprising?

6. Discuss the points brought up by Ron in his attempt to convince the chief of police to change his mind about Ron's involvement with David Duke.

7. What role does Ron play in the protest march held by the anti-KKK group in Colorado Springs?

8. How does the theme of absurdity enter the narrative during the scene of the anti-KKK rally in Colorado Springs?

9. What does Ken tell the media about the Klan's intentions when he is given a chance to speak at the anti-KKK protest in Colorado Springs?

10. What does the removal of two Klansmen from their NORAD positions symbolize?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the significance of Ron’s interactions with the Grand Wizard of the KKK, David Duke. How do these interactions and their significance connect to the overall themes within the text?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the messages sent about the theme of appearance versus reality within Ron Stallworth's memoir Black Klansman.

Essay Topic 3

What is Stallworth’s message regarding the broad range of racist beliefs and behaviors that attack the civil rights guaranteed to all citizens and how does he get this message across to the reader?

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