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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. Shea suggests that Willet call a _____.

2. One is identified by which of the following:

3. Who arrives at Wolf's house?

4. What is the name of Julia's sister?

5. Which character is plagued with loneliness?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain Willet's meeting with his associates in LA.

2. Where does Willet land the plane? What disturbing fact does Willet realize when speaking to the mechanic?

3. Why is Eagle annoyed with Willet at the party? What are Eagle's instructions to Willet?

4. What does Willet do in order to alleviate his loneliness?

5. Who greets Willet at Wilderness Gate upon his return? What is Willet's response?

6. What is the purpose of Eagle's trip to the Women's Correctional Facility in Poughkeepsie? Who does Eagle meet?

7. What is Willet's first step after meeting with Eagle?

8. Discuss the story of Willet and his first wife, Maggie. How did Maggie die?

9. Who is the main character in the story? What is the man's profession?

10. What are Willet's plans at this point?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the case presented by the district attorney. What is the judge's reaction to the testimony? What is Eagle's reaction? Are there any surprises? What is Eagle's opinion of the prosecutor's charges? What does Eagle say to Wolf? What is Eagle's argument for bail? Who wins the first round? Is Eagle concerned about the district attorney's case? Explain. What is the next step for the district attorney? How does Eagle react? Where does the case go from this point?

Essay Topic 2

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 Woods uses symbolism in his stories? Give examples of blatant symbolism and more subtle symbolism. Compare and contrast the symbolism used in Woods' mysteries and the mysteries written by another famous author.

Essay Topic 3

Write your own murder mystery based on SANTA FE RULES. Use Ed Eagle as the lead character. Supply complete storyboards. Include character information, plot, synopsis, etc. Explain your inspiration.

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