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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is late in arriving to visit with Jefferson, but does not offer any explanation?

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

4. Bonin says that ___________ was a great teacher for Jefferson.

5. Who does Grant annoy when he insists on a brand new radio?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Grant is waiting to talk to Vivian about the good visit he had with Jefferson, he overhears a conversation about Jefferson by mulatto bricklayers and reacts violently. Why do you think he reacts this way? Do you think there was another way for him to react to their comments? Why do you think the bricklayers said what they said?

Essay Topic 2

Grant is the one who is designated to help Jefferson as he prepares to die, but why is Grant chosen in the first place? List three possible reasons why he is the best choice, as well as three reasons why he isn't the best choice. Is there someone else who might have been able to get through to Jefferson as well?

Essay Topic 3

The word 'hog' is brought up at several points during this story, in reference to Jefferson's trial. Why do you think Jefferson was so upset by this name? Do you think his reactions are warranted or do you think he could have brushed this off more easily? Is his age a factor in his reactions? Why or why not?

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