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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. What specific skills is Oh concerned about; one that his father can no longer perform?

2. What are "choke holds"?

3. According to Jason Sanford, who are "they"?

4. How does Stephen, Salas' son, handle his encounter with the policeman in which the policeman put a gun to his head?

5. According to Reginald Denny, why do people become upset whenever he gets his truck off the freeway?

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss Twilight Bey's observations during the night.

2. Describe the changes that took place in the Beverly Hills Gun Club after the riots.

3. Describe the Reverend Tom Choi's experience during his ministry at the Westwood Presbyterian Church. What does he discover for himself?

4. Describe Elaine Young's experience during the riots. Why does she frequent the hotel lounges?

5. Describe the way Reginald Denny feels about everything that happened to him. What does he remember the most about all of his ordeals?

6. Briefly explain Rudy Salas, Sr.'s hatred of white police. Where does it come from and what continuously fuels it?

7. What does "execution style" refer to? How is it significant in the story?

8. Describe Elvira Evers' story. How is she affected by the events surrounding the Rodney King trial?

9. Describe Paul Parker's crusade. What drives him to pursue this crusade?

10. Describe Maxine Waters' unconventional methods of being heard that caused discomfort in other politicians. What are the results of her efforts?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

A young female student from the University of California describes her ordeal at the time the riots broke. She describes how fearful she was for her safety and ironically, she discussed how fearful she was for her father's car. What can be deduced about this young student's personality based on the thoughts that are running through her head? Paint a profile of this young student and her position on racism. Specify which instances and statements illustrate her personality.

Essay Topic 2

More than a few persons turned to pursuing a cause in the face of the Rodney King trials. Whether it was for the victims or the accused, many people devoted their lives into chasing a dream, or an advocacy. Are these people fanatics, or are all of them specifically passionate about the cause they participate in? Is there a common characteristic to the profile of these people?

Essay Topic 3

Explain Big Al's point of view and where his opinions and beliefs are coming from. Is there validity in his opinions? He says that there is nothing new about the Rodney King beating. Is this a sign of bitterness or of acceptance? What stand does he have regarding the Rodney King trials?

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