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

2. Which of the following characters spends his days studying calendar glyphs.

3. What type of building is the injured Ford held in while he recuperates in Managua?

4. How are Tomlinson and Ford transported to Zacul's prison camp?

5. How long was Ford in a coma before he woke up?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Ford spend an evening searching for frogs in Zacul's prison camp?

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

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

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

5. How does the judge in Sandy Key treat Ford when he hears Ford is searching for Jake Hollins?

6. What do Ford and Tomlinson discuss when they are in the prisoner truck headed to the camp?

7. What happens when Ford goes to Jessica's to visit with her after returning home from Masagua?

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

9. Why does General Suarez burst into Ford's hotel room in Masagua?

10. Who is Wendy Stafford?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At the opening of the novel, Ford is speeding away through an underground tunnel from the Presidential Palace in Masagua. First, explain what Ford was doing in the Presidential Palace to begin with. Then, explain how Ford used his cunning and wit to escape, undetected from danger. Finally, explain how these events, which take place in the prologue, spin the action of the entire novel into motion.

Essay Topic 2

Tomlinson proves to be a character with a dichotomous personality. First, describe Tomlinson based on his physical appearance. What stereotypes do outsiders typically place on Tomlinson? Then, compare Tomlinson's external appearance to his internal appearance. Does Tomlinson's outside match his inside? How can you tell? Be sure to cite at least two specific examples from the text to strengthen your argument.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Ford juggles romantic relationships with three women: Pilar, Jessica, and Sheri. First, describe Ford's relationship with each of these three women. How did they meet? Then, explain which woman you believe is the best romantic fit for Ford and why.

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