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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 is the last name Lucas is told to use?

2. What adjective is used consistently regarding Michael Bekker?

3. What topic does Lucas discuss with a funeral director?

4. Helstrom used to work in which city's police department?

5. Lucas and Daniel plan to distract the public by busting into a warehouse filled with stolen ___.

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do Lucas and Cassie break into the theater? What does Lucas take?

2. Discuss Lucas' temporary break down regarding the case. Where does Lucas place his anger?

3. What information is leaked to the media? Who is the leak?

4. Discuss the scene in which Druze attempts to find a new, random victim. What crucial mistake is made by Druze?

5. List at least two more clues that tie Druze to the Bekker homicide.

6. Discuss the scene in which Bekker and Druze return to the cabin in Wisconsin. What is the purpose of the trip? Is the trip a success? Do the men get away unnoticed?

7. Who is the witness to Druze's latest crime? What odd reference does the witness give to Lucas? Does the reference help?

8. How does Lucas intend to learn more about Bekker's personal life and activities? Who does Del recommend as a potential source of information?

9. Explain the scene in which Druze abducts and murders George. What happens to George's car?

10. What happens when Bekker foes to Cassie's apartment? What is Bekker's plan?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Michael Bekker is obsessed with death and dying. Bekker's role as a doctor has given him opportunities to study death, often to the detriment of the patient. Discuss Bekker's professional career. Why is Bekker known as Dr. Death? What are the opinions of the other doctors, e.g., Merriam? What action does Bekker often take when dealing with a terminal patient? Which of Bekker's actions are illegal? How does Bekker handle Sybil? Why is Bekker still permitted to practice if he is committing murder? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Davenport is often viewed as a rogue cop, one who does not play by the book. Discuss this behavior. How is Davenport's method helpful to his work? How might it hinder or jeopardize an investigation? How do Davenport's colleagues feel about his behavior? Is Davenport viewed as an asset or liability by his commander? What kind of reprimands might Davenport receive for his unusual methods? Does Daniel know about Davenport's antics? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Sloan is by Lucas' side on many occasions, particularly when it was feared Lucas might do something drastic. It was Sloan that sat up with Lucas all through the night. Analyze the relationship between Lucas and Sloan. What is the common ground for their relationship? How do their professional lives often interfere with their personal relationship? How does one know when a boundary has been crossed? Do they respect each other? How has their relationship evolved? Where might it go from here? Do you think the relationship will ever change drastically?

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