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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 26-31.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did a federal grand jury indict Ebens and Nitz?
(a) December 9, 1983.
(b) October 7, 1983.
(c) September 24, 1983.
(d) November 2, 1983.

2. How many Chinese immigrants, including Lily's great-grandfather, helped build the transcontinental railroad?
(a) 30,000.
(b) 20,000
(c) 35,000.
(d) 25,000.

3. How old was David BIng Hing Chin when he left China for America?
(a) 17.
(b) 19.
(c) 16.
(d) 18.

4. How many Chinese men are estimated to have died from the explosions they had to create when they were working on the railroad?
(a) 2,500.
(b) About 2,000.
(c) 3,000.
(d) Over 1,500.

5. In 1982, what percent of Detroit's population were Asian?
(a) About 5%.
(b) 3%.
(c) Less than 1%.
(d) 2%.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long did Judge Taylor sentence Ebens to jail?

2. In 1982, how long had Racine Colwell worked at the Fancy Pants in 1982?

3. In Chapter 21, how many people were interviewed during the week of June 5 for a possible spot on the jury?

4. When was it suggested that Evens should be charged with first-degree murder?

5. When did an article run in the Detroit Free Press telling about the sentencing of Ebens and Nitz?

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