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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following characteristic traits does Lamar most worry about in Richard?
(a) His loyalty.
(b) His intelligence.
(c) His violence.
(d) His abrasiveness.

2. Who saves Richard's life when he almost drowns?
(a) Odell.
(b) Junior.
(c) Lamar.
(d) Ruta Beth.

3. Who was Richard Peed's victim?
(a) His father.
(b) His brother.
(c) His mother.
(d) His sister.

4. How many prison escapees climb into the getaway van with Lamar?
(a) Two.
(b) Four.
(c) Five.
(d) Three.

5. What color does Lamar want to repaint Ruta Beth's home?
(a) Red.
(b) Yellow.
(c) White.
(d) Green.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Lamar is attacked by the gang leader, what does he do?

2. What is the name of the penitentiary where Richard and Lamar are serving time?

3. Which of the following people is NOT present at the restaurant during the robbery?

4. What is the name of the gang leader that protects Lamar Pye?

5. What type of animal does Richard Peed draw for Lamar?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Odell, and what type of trouble does he cause in prison?

2. How did Bud and Holly first hook up?

3. How many people are shot and killed during the Denny's robbery?

4. At the opening of the novel, why is Lamar Pye in prison?

5. How does Bud reopen his wounds after his first surgery?

6. What type of vehicle does Lamar use to escape from prison, and how does he get a hold of it?

7. How do Lamar and his gang manage to avoid the police after the Denny's robbery?

8. At the opening of the novel, why is Richard Peed in prison?

9. Why is Bud Pewtie not excited to be partnered on a manhunt with Ted Pepper?

10. What injuries did Bud sustain during the shootout at the Stepford house?

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