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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Myron names two of Tito's friends "Escape" and ____________.

2. Who benefits most from Jack's death?

3. Which of the following does NOT describe Esme?

4. Who surprisingly confronts Myron?

5. Who is Linda's attorney?

Short Essay Questions

1. What conclusion does Myron come to regarding the kidnapping at this point?

2. Explain Esperanza's theory of the kidnapping.

3. What is the only situation in the book where the author changes point of view from Myron to another character?

4. Describe Esperanza's encounter in the biker bar.

5. Describe the encounter between Myron and Win's mother, Cissy Lockwood.

6. How does the author portray teenagers in the book?

7. What is the shocking news that Linda gives Jack when she phones him?

8. What information does Matt give Myron about Chad's affair and his own activities related to the kidnapping?

9. What is Reginald's reaction when Myron tells him about Chad's kidnapping?

10. How does Esme react when Myron confronts her about being involved with Chad?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of loss. Identify at least two themes about loss in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses more than one theme in the novel. Identify at least two themes in the story and then cite an example to support each theme.

Essay Topic 3

Coben uses more than one instance of irony in the play. Cite at least two other examples you can identify in the story and note why they are examples of irony.

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