14. Document Project 14: Testing and Contesting Freedom

Quiz for Document 14.7 Ellen Parton, Testimony on Klan Violence, 1871

Quiz for Document 14.7: Ellen Parton, Testimony on Klan Violence, 1871

Choose the best answer to each question.

1. What can be inferred about Klan violence from Ellen Parton’s testimony?

Rape was a tool of intimidation wielded by the Klan.

The Klan encouraged black-on-white rape as a tool of revenge during Reconstruction.

The Klan’s claim to uphold the gender mores of the region kept its members from harming black women.

Klan members attacked community members with whom they were unfamiliar.

2. Why was she instructed not to use anyone’s name during the home invasion and rape?

The Klan preferred to maintain an image of anonymity.

To avoid accusations or prosecution after the fact.

To prevent her from using the wrong name.

To create the illusion of a stranger.

3. What is the significance of Marshal Ware hiding while the Klan invaded and searched his home?

It revealed his cowardice.

It demonstrated the inability of the KKK to find him.

It created tension in the story Ellen Parton told.

It shows the level of fear and intimidation at the time.

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