What was a significant reason for Ernest J. Gaines moving to California?

A Lesson Before Dying: Insights and Reflections

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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To escape the plantation life
To join the military
To access better educational opportunities
To pursue a career in boxing
2.
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What inspired Gaines to visit a library for the first time?
A friend's recommendation
A school assignment
An embarrassing boxing match
A desire to learn about history
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which author's background intrigued Gaines and led him to explore their work?
Pushkin
Dostoevsky
Chekhov
Tolstoy
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was a key theme in 'A Lesson Before Dying'?
The beauty of nature
The impact of war
The growth and responsibilities of individuals
The importance of education
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How did Gaines view the role of the minister, Ambrose, in his novel?
As a weaker character than Grant
As someone with strong faith and presence
As a secondary character with little influence
As a symbol of rebellion
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What advice does Gaines give to aspiring writers?
Avoid criticism
Focus on one genre
Read and write consistently
Travel extensively
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What does Gaines hope his book will convey to the black youth of the South?
That they are equal to the characters in books
That they are superior to others
That they should focus on sports
That they should leave the South
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