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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. When Milo is wanted to help Nickie, what does Milo require?

2. What happens to the hotel that Raymond is last said to be staying in before he goes missing?

3. How old will Milo be when he inherits his trust fund?

4. Who does Milo put on Nickie's case?

5. How long has it been since Elton says he has seen Raymond?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Simon and the impression he gives others about himself.

2. When Milo travels to Elton's house, what happens?

3. Discuss Simon's involvement with Nickie's case.

4. When Reese refuses to help Milo in his search for information on Raymond, what does Milo do in response?

5. Discuss what Milo learns about Raymond from a friend of his father's in "Chapter 7".

6. When Milo corner's Elton at his car, what occurs?

7. Where does Milo go in order to find Elton Crider and what is Milo known for at this particular place?

8. Discuss Milo's father's overcoat and who it now belongs to.

9. Who does Simon give as leads to Milo after discussing Helen's case?

10. Why does Milo go to see Jamison in "Chapter 8", and what is Jamison's reaction to the visit?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the use of dialogue in the story. Include how it is used and also the positive and negative effects it has on the story.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the role of forgiveness in the story and why it is important for Milo to forgive Helen for lying to him.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the relationship between Milo and his deceased father. Be sure to discuss Milo's attachment to his father's clothing after he dies.

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