Corrections in Ink: A Memoir Test | Final Test - Hard

Keri Blakinger
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 136 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

Corrections in Ink: A Memoir Test | Final Test - Hard

Keri Blakinger
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 136 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 20, what did Stacy call some chicken bones she put in her locker?

2. What was the name of the officer who accused Blakinger of hiding drugs in her dreadlocks in Chapter 16?

3. What drug did Sam have in Chapter 16?

4. How long was the treatment for hepatitis when Blakinger was in jail in Chapter 20?

5. When was Blakinger's sentencing hearing in Chapter 15?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Blakinger break up with Alex?

2. After Blakinger's sentencing, why did she remain in the Tompkins County Jail for a few months?

3. Why did Blakinger want a paper in jail and why was it difficult for Blakinger to get a copy?

4. What was Blakinger's first bunkmate like in Chapter 19, and why was it a problem?

5. How did Blakinger get to the bridge she jumped off of in Chapter 11?

6. How did Blakinger feel when she was transferred to the jail in Chenango?

7. What made Blakinger realize there were no rules in prison in Chapter 17?

8. What happened after Blakinger jumped off the bridge, and what injuries did she have?

9. What could have been the consequences for Lee visiting Blakinger in prison?

10. Where was Blakinger transported when she was transferred to prison in Chapter 17?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Blakinger’s life was redeemed and she had a second chance to have a productive life. Why does Blakinger believe she succeeded when others did not?

Essay Topic 2

As a teen, Blakinger had a much different relationship with her parents than she does now. How would you describe the relationship Blakinger had with her parents as a teen and why it changed over the years?

Essay Topic 3

Occasionally Blakinger directly speaks to readers. This is called “breaking the fourth wall.” In Chapter 6, how does it seem that Blakinger is having a conversation with readers? What is the purpose of breaking the fourth wall?

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