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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 Beckwith's wife want him to work in the private sector instead of the government?

2. When Delaroche and Astrid have been flown into a remote part of Canada, what awaits to transport them?

3. As Michael heals, for whom does he draft his report?

4. Where does Michael go after being called a hero for his actions at the airport?

5. What information is Delaroche given on Michael Osbourne?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Delaroche travel to Shelter Island when the ferry is closed?

2. What does Carter reveal about October to Michael from the CIA after the Shelter Island incident?

3. How does Anne threaten Elliott when she meets with him after slipping out of the White House?

4. Why does Logan want to meet with Elizabeth?

5. How does Astrid plan to trick Eric so she can kill him?

6. Why do Delaroche and Astrid fly into Canada?

7. How does Delaroche confide in Astrid as they walk the border by Vermont?

8. Why is Elizabeth taking a new position at a new law firm?

9. Why does a detective visit Vandenburg?

10. Why does Delaroche sit in Du Pont circle watching couriers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Silva uses more than one iteration on the theme of loss of life. Identify at least two themes about loss in the book. Then cite an example to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Politics play a significant role in the book. Adams refers to the politics of the CIA in The Mark of the Assassin compared to that of other organizations. Discuss the use of politics in the novel. How does politics influence the actions of the main characters of Michael, Nicolai, and others? Also examine the use of politics in relationships.

Essay Topic 3

The Mark of the Assassin is a classic military fiction novel. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category?

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