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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. With whom has Tad been having an affair?
2. What does Myron have a tendency to do when he is nervous?
3. What startling confession does Linda make to Myron?
4. Which of the following does Chad NOT say happened to him when he was kidnapped?
5. What role is Myron serving for Tad?
Short Essay Questions
1. What information does Myron ask Esperanza to find regarding Lloyd Rennart?
2. What does Linda tell Myron about what happened last night on the night of Jack's murder?
3. Where is Myron looking when he realizes that he has solved the crime?
4. What is Esme's explanation of the affair with Chad?
5. What information does Matt give Myron about Chad's affair and his own activities related to the kidnapping?
6. Describe Esperanza's encounter in the biker bar.
7. What information is Esperanza able to find on Lloyd Rennart?
8. How does Myron find Tito's house and unfortunately, Tito's dead body?
9. What surprising information do Carl and the motel maid give to Myron?
10. What is Reginald's reaction when Myron tells him about Chad's kidnapping?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Explain the taboo of homosexuality that still existed at the time BACK SPIN was written in 1997. Compare and contrast homosexuality in America during the late 20th century to homosexuality in America today. What major changes have occurred, including both positive and negative?
Essay Topic 2
Explain the significance of the novel's title. What did the author mean by calling the book BACK SPIN? Cite an example to support your answer.
Essay Topic 3
The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of greed. Identify at least two themes about greed in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.
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