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Eastensen

"John Brown: Father of American Terrorism?"

As you read the article, take notes on the following questions. We will discuss them so
make sure you are using direct evidence from the article.

1. Complete the following t-chart with evidence from the article:

Murderer Martyr

2. Was the country truly at war at this time (even if we were not willing to admit it yet)?
Were Brown's activities justified if we were at war?
3. How does race influence people's perceptions of Brown?

4. Why do historians Banks and Horton think white people think Brown is crazy?