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A Racial Parallel

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What action did the White Christians take against the Chinese Heathens in the town?
  2. What did the White Christians find that incited their anger?
  3. How did the White Christians respond to the editorial they discovered?
  4. What was the central message of the editorial written in the Chinese language?
  5. Reflect on the motivations behind both the White Christians and the Chinese community. What common themes do you see in their actions?

Vocabulary Matching Exercise

Match the words on the left with their correct definitions on the right.

WordsDefinitions
1. HeathenA. A person who is not a member of a widely held religion
2. EditorialB. A type of writing that expresses an opinion or viewpoint
3. IncensedC. Extremely angry
4. BarbarityD. Cruelty or extreme cruelty
5. AppealE. A serious request for help, support, or action

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and write a short paragraph about your thoughts on the actions of both groups. Consider the moral implications of their behaviors and the consequences of their actions. Use the space below for your response.

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