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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. Why does Marv knock out Wendy after he subdues Kevin?

2. Where does Marv sleep in the hotel while Wendy is in the bed?

3. According to Marv, what led him to discover one of his biggest fears in his life?

4. Why is Lucille hesitant to leave the room with Marv?

5. How is the man able to beat Marv in a fight?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was Roark's relationship to Kevin?

2. What happens when the wolf approaches Marv and why?

3. How does Marv kill Kevin?

4. How was Marv coerced into signing the confession?

5. Why is Marv uncomfortable around Wendy?

6. What traps does Marv set for Kevin?

7. Why does Wendy question Marv's motivations in finding Goldie's killer and what is his reply?

8. What information does Marv learn about Goldie from Lucille?

9. Why does Lucille knock Marv unconscious outside the farmhouse?

10. Why does Marv fear nature so much?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss how the Roark family's influence and power in Sin City (from past to present) has brought about Kevin's serial killings.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the religious symbolism and themes present in "The Hard Goodbye."

Essay Topic 3

Analyze Marv and discuss his role as both protagonist and anti-hero.

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