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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the actual date of the execution?

2. Grant's involvement with Jefferson has greatly affected his ____________ with Vivian.

3. Why can't Grant be what he suggests in #136?

4. Who does Vivian think is in love with Grant?

5. What does Reverend Ambrose open with at the program?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Grant doesn't go to watch the execution of Jefferson, but feels guilty for this later. Why do you think he chose to stay away? Do you think this was a wise decision for him? Why or why not? What would you have done if you were Grant? If you were the other characters?

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

Jefferson taunts Vivian in a conversation with Grant, but Grant does not respond. Why do you think the Grant doesn't respond and stand up for his lover? Why do you think Jefferson is taunting Grant in the first place? What does Grant's restraint say about him? About his relationship with Jefferson? With Vivian?

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