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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 is Wolf instructed to meet Eagle the next day?

2. What identifying mark did the person have on his/her body?

3. What type of party is it?

4. Who is the next person to be questioned about the meeting?

5. Who is hired by Eagle?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Barbara attempt to tell Eagle and Wolf? Why is Barbara at Wolf's house?

2. Why does Spider want to meet with Wolf? What does Wolf learn during the conversation?

3. What is discovered about the fax requesting the money transfer? Who is cast as a new suspect?

4. Explain the relationship between the women and the tattoos. Why are the tattoos important?

5. Discuss the next scene involving Eagle, Wolf, and Spider.

6. What are Wolf's plans for Christmas night?

7. What does Cupie find at the paper maker's place?

8. What is Julia's explanation of the night of the murders?

9. Discuss the conversation between Jane and Wolf regarding Mark's death.

10. What causes the sheriff to rule out Wolf as a suspect in Mark's murder?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There seems to be some contention between Eagle and Carreras. Describe the relationship between the two men. Why is Carreras so eager to arrest Wolf? Why does Carreras get so angry with Eagle at the police station? Does Eagle help the situation or does he take delight in torturing Carreras. Compare and contrast the professional duties of Carreras and Eagle.

Essay Topic 2

There are several people mentioned early in the text regarding the movie business in Los Angeles. They include Wolf Willet, Jack Tinney and Hal Berger. Compare and contrast the three characters in reference to their personal and professional interests as well as their interest in the success of the partnership. Who stands to benefit the most? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Eagle becomes angry with Wolf when he attends the party with Jane. Explain Eagle's reaction. Why is Eagle upset? Has Wolf been banned from the event? Who approaches Eagle regarding Wolf's attendance? Is it Eagle's fault Wolf went to the party? What has Wolf allegedly done wrong? Do you agree or disagree with the judgment? What does Eagle order Wolf to do as soon as possible? Why? Do you think Wolf's actions will affect his case in any way? Explain.

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