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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. Bucky talks to Myron about representing which golfers?

2. Where was the kidnapper's call traced to?

3. At which golf course does Myron Bolitar watch the U.S. Open match?

4. Where did the kidnappers call Jack?

5. Who is the elderly man who approaches Myron at the golf tournament?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Myron finally get the information he wants about Chad being at the motel?

2. How does Jack respond the Myron's assertion that the motive for Chad's kidnapping could be to prevent Jack from winning the tournament?

3. Who does Zoom sign on as spokespeople for their clothing lines?

4. Why does Jack's partner Win refuse to help with the kidnapping investigation?

5. What does Myron find out about the Squires family from Sheriff Courter in New Jersey?

6. Who are Norm Zuckerman and Esme Fong?

7. Summarize the plot of BACK SPIN.

8. Describe the circumstances of the next ransom call.

9. What are the circumstances of the second ransom call?

10. What is Win's opinion of Jack's ability to win the U.S. Open?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of greed. Identify at least two themes about greed in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses more than one theme in the novel. Identify at least two themes in the story and then cite an example to support each theme.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Linda. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates him at this point in his life?

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