CH A Lesson before Dying
CHAPTER 17 Note: Any transformation in Grant?
CHAPTER 17 Evaluate treatment of prisoners: Fair or unfair? How does this change (over the course of the chapter)?
CHAPTER 17 Note: Any religious symbolism?
CHAPTER 17 What is “vexing” Jefferson, and why is he so rude? Is this behavior justified (in your opinion)?
CHAPTER 18 Any transformation in Jefferson? Evidence of old Jefferson? Evidence of new Jefferson?
CHAPTER 18 Why does Vivian refuse Grant’s offer to leave? Explain why this is a good or weak reason. Describe what is “changing.” (141)
CHAPTER 19 Note: Any religious symbolism?? Evidence of Gaines’ message about religion?
CHAPTER 19 Why is Grant so frustrated, cold, and impassive?
CHAPTER 20 What might the sheriff be afraid of when he says, “Don’t cause trouble for him.”? (156)
CHAPTER 20 What is the significance of the execution date (and the way the decision was made)? Note: Religious symbolism??!!
CHAPTER 20 Again, apply the theory of justice to Jefferson’s situation. What would the philosophers say? Just? (157-8) SIDENOTE: The theme for this PP is called “equity”…