Lesson Before Dying

The beginning of chapter 6 finds Grant traveling. Where has Grant gone?

• Henri Pichot’s house

• School

• The bar

• Church

When Grant begins to speak of his teacher, Matthew Antoine, what does he say he wanted from the teacher that other students didn’t?

• To help the community

• To get rich

• To be the best teacher possible 

• To learn as much as Mr. Antoine could teach him

When does Jefferson think he will be killed? 

• Easter

• Christmas

• Determination Sunday

Grant explains obligation to Jefferson. Who does Jefferson have an obligation too? 

• Grant

• Miss Emma

• Tante Lou

• The boys and girls of the quater 

Which character interaction best illustrates the theme of sacrifice in the novel?

• Grant and his students

• Grant and Vivian

• Jefferson and Miss Emma

• Grant and Jefferson

Answer explanation

The interaction between Jefferson and Miss Emma highlights sacrifice as she fights for his dignity and humanity, demonstrating her willingness to endure pain for his sake, which embodies the theme of sacrifice in the novel.

Why does Mr. Antoine resent Grant?

• Grants reminds him of what he can never become.

• Grant is funnier than him.

• Grant is more popular than him.

• Grant has more formal education than him.

What question does Jefferson have for his aunt?

• When are they going to execute him?

• What seasoning did she put on the chicken?

• Who made the chicken? 

• Why are you here, I'm a hog? 

Grant wishes to conceal the fact that Jefferson is not talking to Grant from someone at the Courthouse. He also wants to conceal it from Miss Emma. But who is it at the courthouse that he wants to fool, to beat?

• Paul

• Reverend Ambrose

• The Sherriff

• The Judge

Chapter 13: Reverend Ambrose is most concerned about Jefferson's ________. 

• eating habits

• cleanliness 

• soul

• grooming

During the annual Christmas program that occurs in chapter 19, the whole community comes out. What does this act represent?

• The community is very religious.

• Jefferson will make a visit during the performance,

• The church is the biggest mega church in that part of the South

• The community supports Grant in the struggle together for Jefferson.