Thousands of Blacks Were Lynched During Reconstruction and Throughout the Mid-Twentieth

question 51

Multiple Choice

Thousands of blacks were lynched during Reconstruction and throughout the mid-twentieth century.These acts of violence can be described as ________________.

• A)erratic acts of mob aggression
• B)an unfortunate result of the lack of a formal criminal justice system
• C)isolated events limited to a few counties in the South
• D)preplanned events that drew large crowds of onlookers

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Overload Current

The flow of electricity exceeding the normal operating current, potentially causing overheating or damage to electrical components.

Overload Units

Devices or mechanisms designed to protect electrical circuits and motors from operating above their rated capacity, preventing damage.

Thermal Overload Units

Devices designed to protect motors and circuits from overheating due to excessive current or overload conditions.

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Components in devices that generate heat through electrical resistance, used in applications ranging from industrial furnaces to household appliances.