Indiana and the Ku Klux Klan Quiz

What is the main reason for the confusion in studying the Ku Klux Klan (KKK)?

• The Klan was a secret organization.

• There were multiple Klan groups throughout American history.

• The Klan was only active in the South.

• The Klan had no written records.

What characteristic did the Klan of the 1920s distinguished from other Klan group throughout American history?

• hatred of other political parties

• distrust of other Klan groups

• dislike of civil rights organizations

• dislike of immigrant groups and Roman Catholic groups

• hatred of African Americans

Where did the Klan first appear right after the Civil War?

• The North

• The West

• The South

• The Midwest

What was the Klan's activity in the North just after the Civil War?

• Very active

• Non-existent

• Sporadic

• Increasing

Where was the 1923 Summer "Klan Celebration" held? (poster, p. 202)

• Indianapolis, Indiana

• Kokomo, Indiana

• Fort Wayne, Indiana

• Evansville, Indiana

On which dates was the Klan celebration scheduled?

• June 1-5

• July 10-14

• June 30, July 1-4

• August 15-19

What was the general admission fee for the Klan celebration?

• Free

• $1.00

• $5.00

• $10.00

What was the purpose of the speeches at the Klan celebration?

• To discuss economic policies

• To speak on vital subjects of the conditions of the country

• To promote tourism

• To announce new laws

What symbolized Christ as the light of the world for the Klan?

• The American flag

• The burning cross

• The bald eagle

• The Liberty Bell

What did the Klan use to justify their anti-Catholic stance?

• Scientific research

• Centuries of anti-Catholic propaganda

• Economic theories

• Political alliances