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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. Why does Sir Winston say he wants to see Stone?

2. Who comes to the Shipwright's Arms looking for Stone?

3. What is Allison's punishment?

4. Why does Stone call Bill Eggers from the yacht?

5. Jim Forrester testifies that the Mannings had ______________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Stone learn about Libby Manning's mother, and how does he help the woman personally?

2. What is the verdict in the coroner's inquest into the plane crash that killed Libby Manning?

3. Why is Allison packing and what close call does Stone help her avoid?

4. How does Stone insure that Allison has an alibi for her whereabouts when the Race pulls out of the harbor?

5. What is the significance of the spear gun and the missing spear that Stone comes across?

6. Who is the man who shows up at the Shipwright's Arms and what does Stone find notable about him?

7. How are Stone and Allison at odds regarding Allison's obligations to Libby's family after Libby's death?

8. Describe Jim Forrester's testimony at the trial.

9. According to Sir Leslie, what is Sir Winston willing to do in order to get the prime minister's position?

10. What does Stone learn about Paul and Libby's divorce decree?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Woods use the literary technique of local color in "Dead in the Water"? What elements comprise local color? Give some examples of the local color in St. Marks establishments, in the characters, and in the events.

Essay Topic 2

"Dead in the Water" is a modern-day mystery story. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Woods is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony. Briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

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