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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. Where did the kidnappers call Jack?

2. How does Lloyd Rennart kill himself?

3. Who is receptive to the idea that the kidnapping could be a hoax?

4. Myron calls Sheriff Jack Courter in the state of _________________ to ask about the Squire family.

5. What topic does Jack talk to Myron about?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who are Norm Zuckerman and Esme Fong?

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

3. What information about Jack's former caddy, Lloyd Rennart, has Esperanza discovered?

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

5. How does the author show that Win is a troubled character?

6. Who is Tad Crispin?

7. What is Myron's relationship with Linda and how is it complicated by his being away from Jessica?

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

9. What information is Myron able to find about the neo-Nazis who beat him up?

10. What nicknames does Myron come up with for the neo-Nazi and his cohorts?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

Describe Cissy Lockwood. What is her role in the story? What was the author trying to accomplish by creating Cissy Lockwood's character in the novel?

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