Question

in the south, anyone who was deemed a troublemaker by the local community:
a. was protected by the local police.
b. could be the target of a lynch mob.
c. found support from local newspapers.
d. all of the above

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the historical context of the South (likely referring to the American South, especially during periods of racial tension and lynching). A "troublemaker" (often African Americans or those challenging the status quo) was not protected by police (A is wrong) or supported by local newspapers (C is wrong). Lynch mobs targeted those deemed problematic by the community, so B is correct.

Answer:

B. Could be the target of a lynch mob.