Crying in Prison: A Reflection

The transcript is a reflection on life in jail, inspired by the story 'Monster' by Walter Dean Myers. It describes the harsh realities of prison life, including violence, isolation, and fear. The narrator compares their experience to a strange, plotless movie and contemplates creating a personal narrative to make sense of it all.

What is the best time to cry according to the narrator?

• In the morning

• In the afternoon

• At night when the lights are out

• During the day

Why does the narrator believe crying at night is safer?

• Because the lights are on

• Because the noise of others being beaten masks the sound

• Because the guards are not around

• Because everyone is asleep

What does the narrator fear if others know he is crying?

• They will talk about it and he might get beaten

• They will help him escape

• They will comfort him

• They will ignore him

What does the narrator see when he looks in the mirror?

• A familiar face

• A stranger's face

• His friend's face

• A guard's face

What happened during breakfast?

• The guards served food

• The narrator was released

• A prisoner was hit with a tray

• The prisoners had a peaceful meal

How do the guards respond to the breakfast incident?

• They ignore it

• They join the fight

• They line up the prisoners and take the injured to the dispensary

• They call the police

What is the narrator's view on getting used to prison life?

• He feels it's like a vacation

• He thinks it's fun

• He doesn't see how it's possible

• He believes it's easy

What does the narrator feel about the strangers in prison?

• They find reasons to hurt each other

• They are helpful

• They are family

• They are friendly

What does the narrator think about his life outside prison?

• It was a nightmare

• It was a dream

• It was unreal

• It was real

How does the narrator describe his prison experience?

• As a colorful movie

• As a strange, plotless movie

• As a dream

• As a comedy