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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. In which state does the story take place?

2. As usual when Lucas needs help he goes to visit his old friend _____.

3. It is suspected that Stephanie lived for ____ minutes after the attack.

4. How many patients have died under suspicious circumstances?

5. What is the name of Lucas' other snitch?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Lucas' first interaction with an investigator from Internal Affairs?

2. How does the lover react after Druze leaves the scene?

3. Why does Bekker ask Druze to look at a line up of photos? What types of photos are they? What is Druze's reaction?

4. Why does Lucas go to the theater? What information does he get from Cassie?

5. Who is Elizabeth Armistead? Why has she been killed? How was the body discovered?

6. Detail the scene in which Carlo Druze enters the Bekker house. What is the purpose of Druze's presence?

7. What disturbing information does Merriam give to Lucas regarding Bekker?

8. Who is Loverboy? What is his first action in the investigation?

9. Describe the scene that takes place at Stephanie's funeral. What is the atmosphere?

10. What does Lucas do outside work? Is it a hobby or another job?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Assuming a psychiatrist's point of view, analyze the situation with Druze. Discuss Druze's past history. What would a psychiatrist say about Druze's need to please others? Why was Druze willing to follow Bekker's orders? How did he feel about cutting out their eyes? Is Druze perverted, mentally ill or something else? What would the terminology be from a psychiatrist's point of view? What kind of treatment might Druze have benefited from before the situation got out of hand? Is the behavior something that can be "cured?" If so, how? If not, what else can be done?

Essay Topic 2

Symbolism is an important part of a mystery, often giving clues to the reader and the story's detective. What are the ways in which Sandford uses symbolism in his stories? Give examples of blatant symbolism and more subtle symbolism. Compare and contrast the symbolism used in Sanford's mysteries and the mysteries written by another famous author.

Essay Topic 3

Daniel and Davenport have an interesting professional relationship. The two veteran cops seem to respect one another, at least in the beginning. Discuss how the mutual admiration benefits their working relationship. Explore how Daniel's style of leadership has helped Davenport form his own style. What are the similarities? What is Daniel's background and how does it compare to Davenport's background? How do Davenport's feelings and opinions change as the story progresses? What is Daniel's reaction when he realizes Davenport has uncovered his secret? Do you think Daniel will approach Davenport or does he trust Davenport to keep silent? Explain. Also examine how the secret could affect Daniel's career.

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