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1. Describe the setting and mood of Chapter 1.

Chapter 1 opens with an ominous tone as the motorboat crosses Victoria Harbor at sundown. The author describes this area of Hong Kong as a dark and dangerous place.

2. What is the "big picture" purpose of the assassination in Chapter 1?

The purpose of the assassination in Chapter 1 is for people to fear that Jason Bourne has emerged from retirement. This fear is intended to manipulate economic and political happenings in Asia.

3. What does the organization of the assassin's plan tell the reader about the intention of this assassination?

The assassin obviously had accomplices set in the cabaret demonstrating that the plan was premeditated and deliberate. The organization and speed with which the plan was carried out indicates that this assassination was of great importance to the originator of the plan. Also, the fact that no one other than the targets were killed indicates the plan was executed by a professional.

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