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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. What does Sampson find in the doghouse at Soneji's ex-wife's house?

2. How many shots are fired from Soneji's rifle each time it goes off in Chapter 11?

3. What is Christine planning to have for dinner before she agrees to go out to eat with Cross?

4. Mr. Smith is listening to what kind of music as he kills the police inspector?

5. What architectural style is Alex Cross' house?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Cross stops at the Sojourner Truth School and waits until Christine comes out to her car?

2. Describe the relationship between Cross and Christine.

3. Describe Christine's view of Damon Cross.

4. How does Soneji choose his first victims in Union Station?

5. What number is important to Soneji in Union Station?

6. How does Mr. Smith remain anonymous when he goes to Piccadilly Circus?

7. What is Kyle Craig's opinion of Thomas Pierce?

8. Describe Pierce's appearance.

9. How do Cross' children help heal him following the events at Union Station?

10. How does Soneji hide on the Metroliner to Penn Station?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Soneji's and Cross' final confrontation. Where does it take place, and how difficult is it for Cross to defend himself? How is Soneji killed in the end?

Essay Topic 2

What is the significance of trains to Soneji? Why did he steal his stepbrother's train set and bury it? How do the murders in the train stations make him feel as though he is taking back his power?

Essay Topic 3

Describe Pierce Thomas. How do other characters respond to him? What does he think of himself? What fatal flaw does his character have?

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