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

Short Answer Questions

1. The women prepare a smaller table with __________ and ________.

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

3. What did Vivian whisper to Miss Emma?

4. Who does Jefferson talk to to tell that he will meet Tante Lou, Miss Emma, and Reverend Ambrose in the day room?

5. What else does Grant bring to Jefferson for his cell?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The horrific scene in which Jefferson's fate is sealed seems to be out of this world, or does it? In today's day and age, do you feel that the same result would have happened? Or do you think that today's times would be more forgiving of something who may very well have been in the wrong place at the wrong time? Why or why not? If you were Jefferson, what else would you have done to ensure that you were seen as innocent?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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?

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