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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. For what medical condition is Justice Jensen being treated?

2. Who is Smith Keen?

3. How many siblings does Shaw have?

4. How many times might the President change clothes between breakfast and dinner?

5. What family members does Callahan leave behind?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Khamel.

2. Why has Thomas Callahan canceled his classes?

3. Why is Coal considered to be a boy wonder?

4. Why does Callahan attend conferences?

5. Why is Justice Jensen a major security risk?

6. Who is Garcia?

7. What are two possible reasons for the killings of the justices according to Justice Thurow?

8. Why does Coal want the President should attend Rosenberg's funeral?

9. Describe Abraham Rosenberg.

10. What security precautions does the FBI recommend the Justices follow due to the increase in death threats?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter 27 and other places in the novel, there are indications that the President is delighted with the murders of Rosenberg and Jensen. Explain why the President sees the murders as "a wonderful tragedy."

Essay Topic 2

The President tries to blame the murders of Rosenberg and Jensen on the FBI. Discuss why the FBI is or is not responsible for the deaths of these justices.

Essay Topic 3

The President and Coal are very worried about the pelican brief and what might happen if the brief would become public. Explain why the pelican brief was such a liability for the President and for Coal.

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