Mary and Anna Mooney react to denial of pardon for Tom Mooney

Mary and Anna Mooney react to denial of pardon for Tom Mooney

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The transcript discusses the presence of Mr. Kelso from the Defense League during a decision regarding Tom Moody, who is believed to be innocent and a victim of class struggle. The speaker is committed to fighting for Tom's freedom, viewing him as a symbol of labor rights. Despite a 16-year struggle, Governor Ralph's decision upholds Tom's life sentence, marking a defeat in the fight for his freedom.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was present when the decision regarding Tom Mooney was made?

Tom Mooney

The speaker's brother

Governor Ralph

Mr. Kelso of the Defense League

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe about Tom Mooney's situation?

He is a victim of a class struggle

He is guilty and deserves his sentence

He should accept his fate

He should be transferred to another prison

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's commitment regarding Tom Mooney?

To write a book about Mooney

To support the decision of the court

To devote their life to Mooney's freedom

To forget about the case

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Tom Mooney view his life sentence?

As a personal failure

As a symbol of the struggle for labor rights

As a temporary setback

As a fair judgment

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the 16-year fight for Mooney's freedom?

The case was reopened

Mooney was released

The fight ended in defeat

Mooney's sentence was reduced