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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. After the Edmunds Tucker Act of 1887, what did fundamentalist believe a new prophet would bring?
2. How was sex regulated in fundamentalist Mormon communities?
3. What job did Debbie's third husband quit?
4. Krakauer makes the observation that all religions have their share of _______.
5. Why did Smith plead guilty to treason?
Short Essay Questions
1. What caused Dan Lafferty's trouble with the law? Was this compensated for in any way through religion?
2. According to Lorna Craig, how was the response to Elizabeth Smart's disappearance different from Ruby Jessop's? Why does she believe there was a different response and effort?
3. What is Section 132? Why was it important to Smith?
4. Why was the LDS most appealing to Americans?
5. Why did Joseph Smith return to Illinois?
6. What does Krakauer see as "strange" about the road to Smith's revelation?
7. According to Krakauer, why is Joseph Smith still appealing to people today?
8. What is the purpose of Krakauer presenting the entire story upfront in the prologue? Is he giving away the whole book?
9. Was Smith obedient with the angel Moroni? What was the outcome?
10. How does Krakauer build his story?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The Mormon Church, despite many obstacles, has managed to grow and remain in tact. Discuss why the LDS is so appealing. To whom is it so appealing? What are the main reasons for its continued existence and success?
Essay Topic 2
Polygamy is the primary conflict addressed in the book. While it was once a general practice of the church, modern Mormons no longer accept it. However, to some extent, it is still practiced. Discuss how Krakauer uses polygamy as a weight in comparing the different sects of the LDS. Why does Krakauer focus on polygamy so much? Why is it a central topic in the church and in Krakauer's findings?
Essay Topic 3
Krakauer discusses several examples of poor treatment and the kidnapping of young girls within the Mormon communities. Krakauer and his contributors offer some explanation for compliance, resistance, and the general approach of the public and police. Discuss the pattern of abduction addressed in the book. Why are some searched for while others are not? What is the cause of the double standard for abduction?
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