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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. According to Stephen, why does Richard go out into the woods in Chapter 9?

2. "_______ withdrew his support of Marcus and threw in with Richard."

3. In what way does Anita compare Sabin to a shark?

4. Who does Anita call after arriving at Richard's house?

5. In context, what does the word "toys" mean to Anita and Edward?

Short Essay Questions

1. When was the last time Anita saw Monica Vespucci?

2. According to Anita, what are Richard Zeeman's only two faults?

3. Why won't Marcus kill Richard for rescuing Stephen?

4. What does Jean-Claude mean when he tells Anita that she is about to be "introduced to the world"?

5. What is Damian doing at Danse Macabre that is illegal?

6. What does Jason do for Jean-Claude nightly?

7. Why does Anita not want the media to know she is dating Jean-Claude?

8. Describe Richard's house.

9. Why does Edward call Anita while she is at Catherine's dinner party?

10. Why does Stephen call and leave a message on Richard's phone?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Select a character from The Killing Dance who can be considered a villain. In a well-organized essay, analyze the nature of the character's villainy and show how it enhances meaning in the novel.

Essay Topic 2

In an essay, explain how author Laurell K. Hamilton establishes Anita and Jean-Claude's relationship throughout the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay in which you discuss how a character in The Killing Dance seeks to gain power over others. Be sure to demonstrate how the author uses this power struggle to enhance the meaning of the novel.

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