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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. Where does Vullion leave his car?
2. What does Lucas realize when he returns to the stake out?
3. Who issues orders regarding Annie McGowan?
4. Who takes part in the interview?
5. What subject is the girl studying at the university?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why doesn't Nester spend much time with the Rices? How does it affect the case?
2. What do the police discover when they get into Vullion's house?
3. How did Vullion gain entry into Wheatcroft's home?
4. What alerts Vullion to the presence of the police?
5. What kind of research does Vullion do while waiting to kill his next victim?
6. How does Vullion manage to escape from the surveillance team?
7. What is Lucas upset about in the beginning of this section?
8. How does McGowan react to the news that she is being placed under surveillance? Why?
9. What does Vullion say when Lucas holds him at gunpoint?
10. What does Lucas do after shooting Vullion?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Symbolism is an important part of a mystery, often giving clues to the reader and the story's detective. What are the ways in which Sandford uses symbolism in his stories? Give examples of blatant symbolism and more subtle symbolism. Compare and contrast the symbolism used in Sanford's mysteries and the mysteries written by another famous author.
Essay Topic 2
Choose a feature story from one of the tabloids and re-write it as a real news item from Carey's point of view. Pretend that the story might be found in a respected newspaper. What are the challenges? Are you pleased with the outcome?
Essay Topic 3
Davenport is often viewed as a rogue cop, one who does not play by the book. Discuss this behavior. How is Davenport's method helpful to his work? How might it hinder or jeopardize an investigation? How do Davenport's colleagues feel about his behavior? Is Davenport viewed as an asset or liability by his commander? What kind of reprimands might Davenport receive for his unusual methods? Does Daniel know about Davenport's antics? Explain.
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