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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Tante Lou, Miss Emma and Reverend Ambrose call the radio?

2. Who is suspected to be jealous of Grant's relationship to Jefferson?

3. Grant suggests that Jefferson speak to ________, and it would be good for Miss Emma to know that he does.

4. What does Grant offer to bring to Jefferson?

5. Who gives Jefferson a haircut in prison?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The radio is a great source of joy for Jefferson and a source of contention among those who care about Jefferson. The radio is referred to as a 'distraction,' but why do you think this is the case? Doesn't it seem like the radio is something that Jefferson should enjoy? Why or why not? If you were one of the people that disliked the radio, what else would you suggest that he have in his cell to take its place?

Essay Topic 2

Reverend Ambrose is worried that Jefferson is not saved when it's about 3 weeks before he is to be executed. What does Reverend Ambrose fear about Jefferson not being saved? Why isn't Grant worried about this? Why do you think Reverend Ambrose wants Grant to talk to Jefferson about his faith? Why does the Reverend want Grant to lie about what he believes?

Essay Topic 3

Grant goes back time and time again to see Jefferson, even though most of the visits doesn't really result in anything more than frustration for both. So, why do you think Grant continues to go back? Is it just a matter of feeling obligated to Miss Emma? Or are there other reasons why Grant could be going back to see Jefferson? What does Grant have to gain from these visits?

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