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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Twilight Bey, what does "light" in the word "twilight" symbolize?

2. What book does Elaine Brown author?

3. What comparison does Peter Sellars make about the United States and his father?

4. How does she describe picking up a gun and going into the streets without a plan or any reason other than rage?

5. What kind of tax is Otis Chandler proposing to help raise the money for the community?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Summarize the story of Rodney King: his experiences, his trials, the verdict. What events lead to the eventual big milestone that affects a lot of people? Describe the effects his trial had on his family and on the nation.

Essay Topic 3

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?

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