Tuskegee Syphilis Study
How many Blacks were treated during the experiment/study?
Roughly 600. 399 with syphilis and 201 without the disease.
What names were given to Cora and Caesar when they arrived in South Carolina?
Bessie Carpenter and Christain Markson.
Who was Aloysius Stevens within' this chapter?
Aloysius Stevens was a poor medical student who wanted to become a doctor.
Define "Grave-robbing".
The act of uncovering a grave to retrieve the corpse inside and sell them for a profit.
What was the rewards for participating in the study?
Free medical exams, free transportation to and from the hospitals, free meals, and burial insurance.
What number resonated with Cora when she arrived at her residence?
The number 40 because of her memories at Hobs.
What does Carpenter do for a living?
He's a "grave-robber".
Where did Cora work at while in South Carolina?
A Museum.
What was the "diagnoses" given to those who were examined during the Syphilis study?
Bad blood.
Why was Cora signature initially just an "X"?
She was starting to learn to read and write.
Why did Carpenter switched to snatching Blacks for corpses?
He knew that Blacks were powerless and easy to kidnap due to there social stature.
What would be the punishment if Carpenter was caught "Grave-robbing"?
He would've been hung and his body would've been donated to science.
What are some symptoms of Syphilis?
Skin sores/rash, organ infection, blindness and insanity.
Who was the "nice" doctor Cora visited?
Doctor Stevens.
How did Stevens feel towards feel Blacks and Racism?
Stevens disliked racism due to him growing up as a poor Irishman. Felt sympathetic.
What building did Mr. Anderson work in during the South Carolina chapter?
The Griffin Building.
How long did the Tuskegee Syphilis study last?
About 40 Years.
Who house did Ridgeway burn down and where was Cora?
Ridgeway burned down Sam's house and Cora was in the basement of the house.
Why did Stevens allow himself and Carpenter to further there "Body Snatching"?
He wanted to expand his medical knowledge and help himself through school.
When was the Syphilis study exposed?
1972.