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

Short Answer Questions

1. When Grant is called away to Pichot's house, which student does he leave in charge?

2. Whose car is parked outside of Miss Emma's house when Grant arrives?

3. When is Jefferson brought into the day room wearing?

4. What moves through the town, causing people to become anxious and nervous?

5. When Jefferson wants to talk about his execution, what does Grant talk about?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The truck that moves through the town with the electrocution chair makes everyone nervous in town. Do you think this path was taken purposefully to spread fear in the town? Why or why not? Who do you think the chair's presence is meant to scare more, blacks or whites? Why?

Essay Topic 2

The notebook is something Grant and Jefferson share in their visits toward the end. How do you think this journal helps Jefferson? How does this help Grant? If the notebook had been given to Jefferson earlier in his jail stay, do you think it would have helped him move through his anger more easily? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

When it's suggested the Miss Emma would die soon after Jefferson's execution, do you think this is going to happen? Why or why not? She seems like a strong woman, despite her health problems, so is this a realistic statement? Why do you think others believe she will die as a result?

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