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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. Who achieves wealth and fame at the end of the book?

2. What does Lila sell in Chapter 30?

3. Relative to the appointed time, when does Pat arrive at Eggleston's office?

4. What does Eggleston want in exchange for Pat's information?

5. According to Pat, why does Doc act jealous?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Pat realize about Doc in Chapter 17?

2. When Pat goes to Eggleston's office, why does he wait until Eggleston has left his office before entering?

3. Why does Pat decline Rita Kennedy's offer of future job security?

4. Why isn't Madeline arrested in Chapter 29?

5. Does Doc have a happy ending?

6. Why does Pat stop attacking Bill Hardesty?

7. Why does Lila insist on a ride from Pat in Chapter 27?

8. What does Pat believe Doc's plan is when Pat approaches Eggleston?

9. In Chapter 19, why is Eggleston acting so despicable towards Pat?

10. What does the loss of Pat's job mean for Doc?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are a number of violent episodes in the novel, often including the protagonist. Discuss the concept of violence in "Recoil".

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the author's use of intrigue and suspense to pique the reader's interest. Is he successful? How does this story compare to other novels you have read of the same genre?

Essay Topic 3

The theme of greed is seen throughout the novel, especially in the corrupt world of Doc Luther. Examine how greed affects Doc Luther's life. Use and expand on at least three examples from the text.

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