Witness Act 4

Front

What does 'Persecuted' mean?

Back

To treat someone differently because of their looks or race.

Front

Why does Merlin Van Tornhout run away?

Back

The Klan was after him because he didn't kill the Sutter family.

Front

What does 'raiding' mean?

Back

Surprise attack.

Front

What happened to Esther's dad?

Back

He was shot.

Front

How did the KKK want Merlin to hurt the Sutter family?

Back

Poison them.

Front

What is the KKK?

Back

A hate group that promotes white supremacy and has a history of violence against minorities.

Front

What does 'discrimination' mean?

Back

Unjust treatment of different categories of people, often based on race, age, or gender.

Front

What is the significance of the Sutter family in the story?

Back

They are central to the conflict that drives Merlin's actions.

Front

What does 'betrayal' mean in the context of the story?

Back

When someone is disloyal or goes against the trust placed in them.

Front

What role does fear play in the actions of the characters?

Back

Fear drives characters to make difficult choices, often leading to conflict.