Shawshank

What does Andy say he has become in prison?

• A crook

• A fighter

• A professional

• A scholar

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Describe the steps that led up to Andy getting put into solitary confinement.

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What happened to Tommy, and why?

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Describe the talk between the warden and Andy.

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What is Andy´s dream?

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What did Hayword give to Andy?

• A knife

• A book

• A rope

• A rock

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How does Andy’s assistance to the warden and the other prison guards inadvertently aid his plan for escape? What other reason, besides the library, does Andy play “their game?”

• He gains their trust and access to restricted areas.

• He receives extra food and better living conditions.

• He is allowed to have visitors more frequently.

• He gets a reduced sentence for good behavior.

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What changes does Andy make to the library? Why do you think he makes these changes?

• He adds more fiction books to entertain inmates.

• He expands the library to include educational materials.

• He removes all old books to make space.

• He turns the library into a music room.

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Andy has a cellmate for a brief period of time named Normaden. What does this man say about rooming with Andy and Andy’s cell? Why might this be significant?

• Normaden finds Andy's cell too small.

• Normaden appreciates Andy's quiet nature.

• Normaden is inspired by Andy's determination.

• Normaden dislikes Andy's choice of music.

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How does Andy “get things done” in Shawshank? What does Andy specifically do for the guards?

• He bribes the guards with money.

• He offers financial advice to the guards.

• He helps the guards with their taxes.

• He provides legal assistance to the guards.

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