A Retrieved Reformation

1. Which statement best expresses a major theme of the text?

• A. Deception is a thief's greatest tool.

• B. Never try to change the one you love.

• C. Being merciful is the mark of a good man.

• D. People can change, for better or for worse.

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2. Which of the following quotes best supports the answer to question 1?

• A. “‘Me?’ said Jimmy, in a puzzled tone. ‘I don’t understand. I’m representing the New York Amalgamated Short Snap Biscuit Cracker and Frazzled Wheat Company.’” ( Paragraph 16)

• B. “‘That’s Dandy Jim Valentine’s autograph. He’s resumed business... He’ll do his bit next time without any short-time or clemency foolishness.’” ( Paragraph 19)

• C. “‘Going to marry the banker’s daughter are you, Jimmy?’ said Ben to himself, softly. ‘Well, I don’t know!’” ( Paragraph 39)

• D. “Jimmy stuffed [the rose] into his vest-pocket, threw off his coat and pulled up his shirt- sleeves. With that act Ralph D. Spencer passed away and Jimmy Valentine took his place.” ( Paragraph 56)

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3. What do paragraphs 3-5 reveal about Jimmy's character?

• A. Jimmy is in deep denial about his criminal record.

• B Jimmy is comfortable pretending to be someone he is not.

• C. Jimmy is eager to change his way and become a better person.

• D. Jimmy is an innocent man who was wrongly convicted of robbery.

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4. What is the meaning of the word "elusive" as it is used in the following sentence? It was given out that Ben Price had taken up the trail of the elusive cracksman, and other people with burglar-proof safes felt more at ease.

• A. charming

• B. sociable

• C. difficult to catch

• D. not memorable

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5. What causes Jimmy to become "another man" (Paragraph 22)?

• A. seeing a young woman in Elmore

• B. learning that Polly’s father runs the local bank

• C. learning that Ben Price is investigating his case

• D. being reminded of the warden’s advice to change

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