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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. What nickname is used to refer to reporters?

2. Aaron says that killing cops is _____.

3. Who is with Davenport when Shadow breaks into the house?

4. Davenport sat and waited at which location?

5. Barbara helps the Crows and Shadow Love with which of the following?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the scenario in which the Crows and Shadow arrive at Barbara Gow's house.

2. Discuss the mysterious phone call received by Davenport. What happens next?

3. Discuss the scene in which the Crows discuss John Liss.

4. How do Davenport and Del get information about the whereabouts of the Crows and the others?

5. Why is Sam Crow so angry about Barbara's involvement in the Hart death? What is Barbara's response?

6. How do the Crows learn about the sting?

7. Why does Clay get into an argument with Dan, head of his security team?

8. What is Barbara's opinion and input on the situation?

9. What do Davenport and Lily see along the road on their way back to the city?

10. How does Davenport get the drop on Shadow Love? Where are Jennifer and Sara at this time?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are many references to the dead throughout the book particularly when it comes to the vengeance of the Sioux. Why do you think that is the case? Do you think it has to do with the nature of the characters, the story, or as a vehicle to introduce the nature of the tribe and its history? Do you think the use of the dead is effective? How do living characters interact with those that have died? How would you feel if you had an experience with one of the spirits of your ancestors? What did it mean when Aaron said he "could feel the bones?" Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the characters, plots, settings, and outcomes of the stories woven into "Shadow Prey." Use the scenarios in another one of Sandford's series of books for comparison. How do the story lines differ? What is the conclusion of each story? Which lead character did you like better? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Sandford's use of Minnesota for the setting in the Lucas Davenport series. Why do you think Sandford chose Minnesota? How accurate do you think the setting is in regards to the real location? Do you think Sandford was accurate in portraying the Sioux community? What areas are most commonly referenced in the story? What other location might have worked as well, if not better, than Minnesota? What is unique about the setting? What regionalisms are exhibited by Davenport and the rest of the characters? Explain.

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