Moses's Train Experience and Democratic Rally

What does Moses experience when taking a seat on the train? How do you imagine this experience felt? How do you imagine it felt for his father?

• Comfortable and welcoming

• Uncomfortable and segregated

• Exciting and adventurous

• Boring and uneventful

How do the conditions of the “colored car” compare to that of the cars for whites?

• Better and more luxurious

• The same as the cars for whites

• Worse and less maintained

• More colorful and decorated

Why was it so dangerous for Moses to get separated from his father, particularly while the Democratic rally was taking place?

• Because he might get lost

• Because of the political tensions and potential violence

• Because he might miss the train

• Because he might get hungry

Describe the scene at the Democratic rally. How do you imagine Moses’s father feels, given that he understands what these people stand for?

• Happy and supportive

• Indifferent and uninterested

• Concerned and anxious

• Excited and hopeful

What is your impression of Ben Tillman? Describe the tone of his speech. What is his message? What is his goal with the speech?

• Friendly and inclusive

• Hostile and divisive

• Neutral and informative

• Humorous and entertaining

Why are Tillman and the rally participants so upset over Fusionism?

• It promotes economic growth.

• It encourages racial equality.

• It supports environmental conservation.

• It reduces taxes.

Who are the Red Shirts?

• A group of environmental activists.

• A political party supporting women's rights.

• A paramilitary group opposing Fusionism.

• A team of local athletes.

What is the Fusion Party and why are many whites so against it?

• It is a party that supports higher taxes.

• It is a party that promotes racial integration.

• It is a party that opposes technological advancement.

• It is a party that encourages foreign trade.

Moses’s father says, “If people are afraid, they’ll do anything.” What examples throughout history can you identify that exemplify this?

• The Industrial Revolution.

• The Renaissance.

• The Salem Witch Trials.

• The Space Race.

How does Moses’s father explain differences?

• By saying they are unimportant.

• By emphasizing their beauty.

• By explaining they are natural and should be respected.

• By suggesting they should be ignored.