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

Short Answer Questions

1. How many years does it take for everyone to forget about the commission and the commitments people have made?

2. According to Elaine Brown, where should people base their commitment if they want real change in society?

3. What statement does Bill Bradley make about race relations in the US?

4. How are Gladis Sibrian and her friends described by other people?

5. What gun does Owen Smet start people out with?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Koreans were prominently featured in the Rodney King story. What relevance do Koreans have that the other races in the neighborhood do not have? Is there something particular about them that is not present in the other races? Do Koreans play an important role in the Rodney King story, which prompted the author to feature them more than any other race?

Essay Topic 2

Explain Big Al's point of view and where his opinions and beliefs are coming from. Is there validity in his opinions? He says that there is nothing new about the Rodney King beating. Is this a sign of bitterness or of acceptance? What stand does he have regarding the Rodney King trials?

Essay Topic 3

A young female student from the University of California describes her ordeal at the time the riots broke. She describes how fearful she was for her safety and ironically, she discussed how fearful she was for her father's car. What can be deduced about this young student's personality based on the thoughts that are running through her head? Paint a profile of this young student and her position on racism. Specify which instances and statements illustrate her personality.

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