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Why does Du Bois include a fictional story like that of John Jones in his book?
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To provide a break from the heavy historical and sociological analysis
To experiment with different writing styles and genres
Because he could not find any real-life stories that matched his thesis
To illustrate the universal challenges faced by Southern Black youth through a relatable character
What does the divergence in the lives of John Jones and the "White John" signify in the context of the Southern town in Du Bois's story?
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A balanced approach to racial equality in education
The existence of social and legal barriers that prevent Black people from achieving the same educational and professional opportunities as White people
An emerging trend of educational reform that favors minority students
The failure of racial integration in schools
What is the consequence of John Jones's initial struggles at the Institute?
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He is suspended but promises to work for a term and return with greater maturity
He is expelled permanently
Discouraged, he decides to drop out for good and return to farming
He becomes a leader among the students advocating for educational reform
What do the "White John's" condescending comments in the theater imply about his perception of John Jones?
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He respects John Jones as an equal and reminisces about their childhood
He sees John Jones as inferior and fails to acknowledge the struggles he faces
He is unaware of the social and racial injustices affecting John Jones
He is actively trying to support John Jones in overcoming racial barriers
What does John Jones's experience in the concert hall reveal about societal attitudes toward race, even in the North?
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That racial prejudices persist and can significantly impact people's experiences
That racial discrimination is absent and equality has been achieved
That racial prejudice is ubiquitous and impossible to surmount
That the North has made more progress in overcoming racial discrimination than the South by this time
How does John's return to Altamaha affect his sense of belonging within the community?
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It reinforces his connection to the community and restores his childhood bonds
It creates a permanent rift, as he no longer shares the same values or beliefs as his community
It motivates him to adopt the community's traditional ways and abandon his educational pursuits
It leads to his immediate acceptance and the community's adaptation to his new ideas
What condition does the Judge set for John to teach at the town's new Black school?
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John must promote the idea of racial equality and freedom in his teachings
John must ensure that his students will not seek positions of influence within the community
John must use the curriculum provided by the town's White educators without any modifications
John must agree to keep African Americans in a "subordinate" position and not teach about freedom or equality
How does the potential career trajectory of the White John contrast with John Jones's situation?
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The White John is expected to rise in political leadership, while John Jones is confined to a subordinate teaching position
Both are seen as community leaders but in different sectors, one in politics and the other in education
The White John is discouraged from staying in Altamaha, whereas John Jones is embraced by the community
John Jones has more freedom to shape his future than the White John, who is bound by his father's expectations
What triggers the Judge to close the Black school in Altamaha?
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John Jones's failure to maintain discipline and order among his students
The school's inability to meet the educational standards set by the town
Reports of John Jones teaching subjects like the French Revolution and equality, which the Judge views as rebellious
A personal vendetta against John Jones for a misunderstanding at a concert hall
How does the interaction between the White John and Jennie reflect broader societal issues?
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It primarily highlights the sexism faced by all women at this time
It underscores the systemic racism and sexism present in society, manifested in personal relationships
It suggests a shift towards more egalitarian relationships between races
It shows a personal conflict that has no bearing on societal norms or attitudes
What pivotal moment causes John Jones to act violently against the White John?
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The Judge's decision to close the Black school
The realization that he cannot achieve equality in society
Witnessing the White John assaulting his sister, Jennie
The White John's insults and attempts to demean him
What does the removal of the White John's body and the remaining pool of blood symbolize in the context of the story?
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The erasure of the violent act and a quick return to normalcy
The community's willingness to overlook the crime due to the victim's identity
The inevitability of John Jones's discovery and the harsh reality of racial injustice he faces
The inevitability of John Jones's discovery and the harsh reality of racial injustice he faces
What does John Jones's reaction to the approaching mob indicate about his final moments?
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He is prepared to defend himself and fight off the mob
He has accepted his fate and faces his end with a sense of resignation
He believes the mob will listen to his side of the story and spare him
He is hopeful that someone in the mob will recognize the injustice of the situation and intervene
