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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the guard say they work on death row?
(a) They want to make the prisoners' last days tolerable.
(b) They need a job.
(c) They want to see justice done.
(d) They enjoy it.

2. Where was Patrick's first job?
(a) In a law office.
(b) In a film studio.
(c) On a construction site.
(d) On oil rigs.

3. What does Prejean say she once took for granted?
(a) Her friends.
(b) Her financial situation.
(c) Her upbringing.
(d) Her education.

4. What is the name of Pat's brother?
(a) Eddie.
(b) David.
(c) Peter.
(d) John.

5. Who goes with Helen to see Patrick on January 18?
(a) Lillian.
(b) Ort.
(c) Kimellen,
(d) Millard,

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the governor say he has been elected by the people to do?

2. Who does Helen call a kindred spirit?

3. Who does Patrick apologize to before he dies?

4. What does Prejean say first frightened her about Patrick's photo?

5. What has a five member board?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Patrick do just before his death?

2. What similar crimes were Eddie and Patrick accused of?

3. Why does Millard think there are seldom rich people on Death Row?

4. Why does Helen think Patrick heeds her word and not leaving life with hatred in his heart?

5. What does Helen point out about executions in America?

6. What does Patrick say his and Eddie's plan was once they were arrested?

7. Why is Patrick in jail?

8. What is Patrick angry about in this section?

9. Why does Helen think Patrick says another to Mr. Borque?

10. What problems does Helen have with the priest who interviews her before she visits Patrick?

(see the answer keys)

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