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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Five through Seven.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Helen think people are hiding behind concerning Patrick's death?
(a) Guilt.
(b) Duty.
(c) Religion.
(d) Law.

2. What does Helen ask Patrick to do for her?
(a) Pray for her.
(b) Forgive Eddie.
(c) Forgive her.
(d) Say goodbye to his mother.

3. Who does Millard say is the answer to Patrick's situation?
(a) The governor.
(b) The warden.
(c) Eddie.
(d) The mayor.

4. Who does Helen note cried at Patrick's execution?
(a) Millard.
(b) Eddie.
(c) Quigley.
(d) LeBlanc.

5. What does Robert say he would be willing to do if someone killed young children?
(a) Talk to the families.
(b) Pull the switch.
(c) Stand up for their rights.
(d) Act as their lawyer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sarah Jacoby urge in her writings?

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

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

4. What is the name of the hearing Millard decides is best that Patrick does not attend?

5. Who does Eddie write a letter to in Chapter 3?

(see the answer key)

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