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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 function does Backhall serve at Valhalla?

2. For what is Sterling Harper being treated?

3. How many employees are there at the car wash?

4. Who pays for Sterling's stays in Baltimore?

5. What does Pete give Kay after they leave shooting practice?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Kay gain PJ's trust?

2. What does Kay receive from Mark James, and what does he tell her?

3. In Chapter 15, why does Kay suddenly decide to go to Key West?

4. Where does Kay go with Pete, and what does Pete give Kay?

5. How does Kay learn that there is something on her back porch, and what is it?

6. Who stops by Kay's table during breakfast with Ethridge, and whom does she recognize?

7. What does Kay learn about Joseph McTigue when she makes a second visit to Mrs. McTigue?

8. Why does Beryl Madison take up writing?

9. Who molested Frankie at Valhalla, and what was done about it?

10. Where does Kay find PJ?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Both Al Hunt and Frankie Aims spend time in Valhalla and become friends. What is common about their backgrounds and their social maladjustments? Does Frankie have a detrimental influence on Al? Explain your reasons for your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Although we know that Pete and Kay have totally different personalities and work styles, Pete shows total commitment for Kay's safety and security. What actions does he take, and why is he so devoted to Kay, as different as they are?

Essay Topic 3

Review the portion of the book that describes Pete's interview of Al Hunt. What does Pete get out of Al? Why is Pete so successful in pulling details from Al? Could Kay have gotten similar information from Al? Why or why not?

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