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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. The phrase came from a book written by which author?

2. Which segment of the Southern population believed in a societal hierarchy regarding the blacks?

3. At the turn of the century, blacks were placed where on the rungs of society?

4. What was responsible for assisting the schools and other organizations adapt to the new laws?

5. In which of the coastal states did blacks continue to hold political or public office?

Short Essay Questions

1. Although more states entered the union, there were no new laws regarding blacks. Discuss this fact and the eligibility of voting status for black men.

2. Although the South is usually seen as being the worst of two evils when it comes to mixed cultures, the North practiced more residential segregation. Explain.

3. What important period does the third segment of the history follow? How does it relate to the others? How was this period characterized?

4. Describe the atmosphere regarding the presence of blacks in public and private facilities during the late 19th century.

5. Despite the relationships that may have developed in this setting, one should never assume that it would affect what part of the relationship?

6. Despite the advances made in race relationships since the end of the Civil War, the battle between the North and South still carries some weight. Discuss this concept and why it is still a popular issue.

7. Explain at least one of the reasons the whites wanted to press the issue of blacks being an inferior race.

8. What kind of impact did the court case have on government agencies?

9. What does the author say about exploitation from 1877-1900?

10. The author gives examples of the types of places in which segregation was prevalent. Name some of those social and political arenas.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many changes occurred in politics and public perception of racial equality during and after the Great Depression. Discuss the changes. How did Roosevelt support racial equality? How did the New Deal incorporate all races into the plan? Discuss what changes took place in local politics at the time. Also explain the concept of the "common enemy" present at the time.

Essay Topic 2

There is a great deal of discussion regarding the Emancipation Proclamation and Constitutional amendments. When was the Constitution amended? Why? What does the amendment say about slavery? Can the amendment ever be repealed? What fact about the history of the Constitution have you learned that was previously unknown to you?

Essay Topic 3

The author talks about symbols of white supremacy. Discuss at least five symbols used by the white supremacists since the fall of the Antebellum South. Which symbols are still in use today? Where are you most likely to find these symbols? Is it illegal to use these symbols? Which do you feel is the most offensive? Explain.

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