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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. Wynn's gaming license in Europe was denied because of __________________.

2. To what did Anthony Castelbuono attribute his personal and professional downfall?

3. In which of the following did the Mafia NOT play a part in revitalizing Atlantic City?

4. Who became Wynn's personal aide?

5. Which performance act was a legendary success at the Mirage Hotel?

Short Essay Questions

1. What were Wynn's personal obsessions?

2. How was Mel Harris like so many other of Wynn's appointed executives?

3. How much did Tony Cakes deposit in the Golden Nugget vault and how much did he claim to have lost while gambling?

4. What was Shadow Creek Golf Club and why were Wynn's stockholders not in favor of it?

5. Who were some of the celebrities Wynn used in marketing campaigns for The Mirage?

6. What was Wynn's first purchase in Atlantic City and what did he build in its place soon afterward?

7. Who was Anthony "Fat Tony" Salerno?

8. What comprised Harris' compensation package?

9. What was the nature of Atlantic City in 1977 when gambling was legalized?

10. How much did The Mirage make in winnings in its best month?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a character study of Anthony "Fat Tony" Salerno. What were his physical characteristics? What were his motivations? What were his fears? What were his dreams? What else can you say about Fat Tony?

Essay Topic 2

The theme of struggling with personal identity was an important one in this book. Describe how it extends through setting, character and issues and provide examples for each.

Essay Topic 3

Steve Wynn was no stranger to hurt and pain. From what you know of Wynn's life through this book, what were his biggest sorrows and worst betrayals? How did he manage through them? How did his coping skills evidence themselves in many aspects of his life? Explain.

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