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Lynching and the Unwritten Law Quiz

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What is the main issue being discussed in the given text?

The brutality and barbarism of the Spanish Inquisition

The innocence of individuals until proven guilty under the law

The isolation of white families in densely populated negro districts

The prevalence of lynching and mob violence in the late 19th century (correct)

What is the tone of the text?

Sarcastic and mocking

Angry and critical (correct)

Fearful and apprehensive

Neutral and objective

How does the text describe the response of the world to the theory presented?

The theory was considered irrelevant and inconsequential

The theory was met with skepticism and doubt

The theory was accepted without any opposition (correct)

The theory was rejected due to its controversial nature

In what way are leading citizens and journals implicated in the act of lynching according to the text?

They actively participate in the lynching mobs Signup and view all the answers

What does the text describe as a notable difference between 19th century lynch mobs and modern lynch mobs?

Modern lynch mobs are more publicized and involve greater participation from citizens Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the 'system' described in the passage?

It is a necessary evil that must be tolerated. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what contributes to the tenements being 'hot-beds of epidemics'?

The touch of family life with deadly moral contagion. Signup and view all the answers

What is described as the 'worst crime' of the tenements in the passage?

Touching the family life with deadly moral contagion. Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage imply about the response to the 'system' it describes?

The community has a claim upon utmost patience and charity for the system. Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest about the sufferings and sins of the 'other half'?

They are a result of a just punishment upon the community. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main outcome of the 'system' described in the passage?

The generation of pauperism and crime Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, why do the tenements maintain a standing army of tramps?

To prey upon charities Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'worst crime' inseparable from the system, as mentioned in the passage?

Nurturing family life with moral contagion Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what contributes to the tenements being hot-beds of epidemics?

The influences that make for evil Signup and view all the answers

What is left for society to do in response to the 'system' described in the passage?

Accept and make the best of a bad bargain Signup and view all the answers