Understanding Miss Emma's Influence

Grant returns home to find Miss Emma and Tante Lou waiting for him. He tries to avoid them, knowing they want to discuss Jefferson's impending execution. Miss Emma wants Grant to help Jefferson die with dignity. Despite his resistance and frustration with his role as a teacher, Grant is pressured into agreeing to help, highlighting themes of duty and community responsibility.

What is the narrator's initial reaction upon seeing Miss Emma at his home?

• He is indifferent to her presence.

• He is eager to talk to her.

• He regrets coming home directly.

• He is excited to see her.

Why does the narrator want to avoid Miss Emma?

• He has a personal grudge against her.

• He is afraid of her.

• He knows what the sentence will be.

• He dislikes her.

What does the narrator consider doing to avoid facing Miss Emma?

• Pretending to be asleep.

• Hiding in his room.

• Leaving the house quietly.

• Going to the Rainbow Club.

What does the narrator's aunt insist he do?

• Go to the store.

• Leave the house.

• Speak to Miss Emma.

• Finish his school work.

How does Miss Emma feel about Jefferson's situation?

• She believes he is innocent.

• She is indifferent.

• She is hopeful for a pardon.

• She wants him to die with dignity.

What does Miss Emma want the narrator to do for Jefferson?

• Help him escape.

• Help him die as a man.

• Convince the jury of his innocence.

• Teach him to read.

What is the narrator's profession?

• A lawyer.

• A teacher.

• A farmer.

• A store clerk.

What is the narrator's attitude towards his teaching job?

• He hates it.

• He finds it fulfilling.

• He is indifferent.

• He loves it.

What ultimatum does the narrator's aunt give him?

• To apologize to Miss Emma.

• To visit Jefferson or not sleep in the house.

• To leave the house.

• To quit his job.

What does the narrator feel about his ability to help Jefferson?

• He feels powerless.

• He is indifferent.

• He is confident.

• He is optimistic.