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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 pulled Ford out of the water, saving his life?

2. How many years younger was Hollins than his older brother?

3. Which of the following symptoms does not affect Zacul as he is fighting against the poisons in his system?

4. What is the name of Zacul's private chef?

5. Which of the following men was sent to Zacul's prison for selling vegatables?

Short Essay Questions

1. What reason does Ford give to Zacul as to why he is in Masagua?

2. How does General Riviera react to the true reason as to why Ford is in Masagua?

3. What happens to Tomlinson when he is separated from Ford in Masagua?

4. What type of documentation does Ford bring with him to Costa Rica?

5. How does General Juan Riviera greet Ford when he arrives in Masagua?

6. What is Ford's reaction to Hollins's funeral?

7. How does Helen, Hollins's ex-wife, treat Ford when he arrives at her doorstep?

8. How does Jessica react when she hears about Ford and Dr. Braun-Richards?

9. What happens when a mortar explodes near the dock where Zacul has docked his boat?

10. What type of studying does Tomlinson do in preparation for his meeting with Zacul?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the novel, Ford has to manipulate many people in order to get information he wants. Choose one scene in which Ford uses manipulation to get ahead. Who does he manipulate? Why? Then, compare this scene of manipulation with another scene of manipulation. Is Ford always successful in his manipulations? Where did he learn this skill?

Essay Topic 2

When Jake Hollins is kidnapped his parents react very differently to the terrible news. First, describe Rafe Hollins's reaction to the news that his son is missing. Then, compare that to Helen Hollins' reaction. How do both of the parents treat Ford during his investigation into their son's disappearance? Based on these reactions, do you think Jake Hollins has any hope of living in a happy family upon his return?

Essay Topic 3

Ford has been close to General Riviera. First, explain how these two men met. Over what activities did they bond? Then, explain how General Riviera feels about Ford's search for Jake Hollins and how he aided Ford in his quest. Be sure to include at least two specific scenes from the novel that you think support your argument to the relationship between Ford and General Riviera.

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