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

Short Answer Questions

1. Jefferson asks that Miss Emma be told that he __________ to his execution.

2. What does Grant say about whites who have called Jefferson a hog?

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

4. Who does Grant bring to visit Jefferson?

5. Bonin is deeply sorry for what happened, and asks for Grant's ________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

Jefferson's execution date is set after a long series of discussions about how the Catholics would like their Lenten and Easter season interrupted. What do you think would have happened if the date had been shared with the other execution? Do you think it would have mattered if the execution date was too close to Easter? Why do you think the author made this an issue of the story?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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