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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. Unhappy with Warren's leadership, what did many predict would happen?

2. Why were some nervous about allowing Ron to use an insanity plea?

3. Why wasn't Dame's burial of the Francher group successful?

4. What did Warren do with Rulon's ferry service?

5. While Ron and Dan discuss their plan at their mother's house, she is _____ within hearing distance.

Short Essay Questions

1. How responsible was Allen for Brenda's murder?

2. How did Taylor's leadership of the LDS contradict his predecessors?

3. Why were people hesitant about allowing Ron to plead insanity? What potential problems could arise?

4. Why was Bringham Young chosen to be the new prophet?

5. According to the prosecution in his trial, why was Ron NOT insane?

6. Why was Young very popular among other Mormons?

7. Was there any effort made by Mormons to cover up any Mormon involvement in the Mountain Meadow Massacre?

8. Why did the events of July 24th unfold as they did?

9. Why was Dan the more active participant in the murders rather than Ron?

10. Why was Ron Lafferty hostile to the judge at his trial?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Polygamy is the primary conflict addressed in the book. While it was once a general practice of the church, modern Mormons no longer accept it. However, to some extent, it is still practiced. Discuss how Krakauer uses polygamy as a weight in comparing the different sects of the LDS. Why does Krakauer focus on polygamy so much? Why is it a central topic in the church and in Krakauer's findings?

Essay Topic 2

The Mormon Church, despite many obstacles, has managed to grow and remain in tact. Discuss why the LDS is so appealing. To whom is it so appealing? What are the main reasons for its continued existence and success?

Essay Topic 3

Smith was the original founder of the LDS. Many can still relate to him today, thus continuing the popularity of the Mormon Church, according to Krakauer. Discuss Smith's road to creating the Mormon Church. Do you agree with Krakauer as to why Smith is still popular today?

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