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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Three and Four.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Patrick's mother?
(a) Petra.
(b) Phylis.
(c) Janice.
(d) Gladys.

2. Why does Helen think the governor has to go through with Patrick's execution?
(a) Because of media pressure.
(b) Because of the governor's personal preference.
(c) Because of the politcal situation.
(d) Because of Patrick's crimes.

3. What is Frank Blackburn's position in the prison?
(a) Jailer.
(b) Electric chair operator.
(c) Warden.
(d) Guard.

4. Who does Eddie say is guilty of the two teenagers' murders?
(a) His mother.
(b) Himself.
(c) Patrick.
(d) Louis LeBlanc.

5. What does Prejean say the Sonnier brothers are riddled with?
(a) Spontaneity.
(b) Hate.
(c) Contradictions.
(d) Passion.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Millard say 99% of death row inmates are?

2. What does Helen encourage Eddie to do in her letter to him?

3. What is the title of Albert Camus' essay on capital punishment?

4. How does Patrick say he wants to talk to Helen?

5. What does Patrick leave to Helen in his will?

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