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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. The case is winding up but Cross is still uneasy. Why?

2. Why is Cross delayed in meeting up with Craig?

3. How does Cross taunt Craig?

4. Why is the Mastermind superior to other killers?

5. Which of the performers catches Cross' eye?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does the Mastermind choose not to kill Cross? How long will the Mastermind wait to murder the detective?

2. Why does Cross think Craig killed his brother? Is the feeling accurate?

3. What is the purpose of the press conference with Cross and Craig? Was it effective?

4. Why does the Mastermind call Cross to talk about the Taylors' murders?

5. Why is Jamilla so angry with Craig? Is the anger based on reality or perception?

6. Why is Craig so pleased with himself and his unique accomplishments?

7. Why is William cautious about choosing a victim in New Orleans? Does it deter him from feeding on a victim?

8. How does the crowd at the fetish ball react when they realize Cross and Hughes are cops?

9. What is Hughes' reaction when Cross warns her not to go to Santa Cruz alone? Does Hughes heed the warning?

10. Who appears in place of Daniel and Charles? What was the purpose of the switch?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Cross and Jamilla are in the midst of a budding relationship during the case. Explain how the relationship affects the investigation. Did the involvement change anything? Were Cross' behavior or motives different during Jamilla's rescue because of the relationship?

Essay Topic 2

Jamilla Hughes is a strong, no nonsense woman which is attractive to Cross. Examine Cross' relationship with strong women and how they benefit the detective's life.

Essay Topic 3

Examine the author's choice of settings for the book. Why do you think New Orleans was the site of the climax for the vampire murders? Would you have chosen a different setting?

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