What event is referred to as the Waco Horror in the text?
The Waco Horror Quiz

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Corey Pendleton
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A natural disaster that occurred in Waco, Texas
A fair trial that took place in Waco, Texas
A sad and troubling event in Waco, Texas where not everyone was treated equally
A celebration of justice and equality in Waco, Texas
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the reaction of the mob to Jesse Washington's situation before he could be given a fair trial?
They waited for the court to decide
They protested peacefully for a fair trial
They took Jesse away and harmed him
They supported Jesse in getting a fair trial
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did the Waco Horror highlight about society at the time?
The strength of the legal system
The success of newspapers in spreading positive news
The failure of the legal system to protect the rights of all citizens equally
The unity of communities in fighting for justice
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one of the lessons learned from the Waco Horror?
The importance of patience, empathy, and the rule of law
The effectiveness of mob justice
The need for faster legal proceedings
The benefits of societal indifference
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the text suggest is the path to a better and more just society?
Ignoring the past and focusing on the future
Learning from the past and making informed choices about how we treat others
Celebrating our differences without understanding them
Continuing the same actions that led to past injustices
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What lesson does the passage suggest we learn from the Waco Horror?
To remember the history of Waco, Texas
To treat everyone equally, regardless of skin color
To understand the importance of a fair trial
To learn about the early 20th century
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which detail from the passage supports the answer to Part A?
African Americans, like Jesse Washington, faced severe prejudice and unfair treatment.
It teaches us about the dangers of hatred and prejudice.
The Waco Horror is a dark chapter in American history.
By learning about these events, we can work towards a future where everyone is treated fairly.
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the passage describe the court's action in Jesse Washington's case?
Fair and just
Slow and careful
Hasty and unjust
Detailed and thorough
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What conclusion can be drawn from this description?
The court worked hard to find the truth.
The court was influenced by the mob.
The court prevented an unfair act.
The court took too long to make a decision.
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