NEED ANSWERS NOW DUE TODAY Mississippi Trial, 1955 Chapters 1-5

1. What do we learn in these chapters about Hiram’s grandfather’s attitudes/prejudices? What do you think these prejudices are based upon/how do you think he came to these beliefs?

2.On page 35, Hiram’s father, Harlan, tells him that he (Harlan) can’t live in Greenwood because, “…there are some things you can’t understand that keep it from being a good place for us right now.” Hiram replies that he likes Greenwood, and that it’s good enough for him. However, some things have already occurred that foreshadow Hiram’s learning that this town is not everything he believes it to be. What are those things and what is your prediction about what will happen to Hiram when he returns to Greenwood?

3. Identify an example of imagery. Copy the passage and provide the page number. Tell which of the senses the imagery appeals to.

4. At the end of chapter 5, Hiram says, “It was good to be back in Greenwood. I had come back home, and I was free.” What do you think he means when he says “free”? Explain and provide evidence from the text.

5. Based upon our discussions and the documentary we viewed, what events/details in these chapters do you feel are historical?