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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 disease does Soneji get in prison?

2. Who is Soneji's favorite murderer?

3. How does Cross get to New York after he learns about Goldman's death?

4. What has Nana taught Cross to play?

5. Mr. Smith is listening to what kind of music as he kills the police inspector?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Soneji's rage play a role in his murder of Detective Goldman?

2. Why does Soneji throw a cup of coffee at a businessman?

3. Describe the relationship between Cross and Christine.

4. What is Detective Gorza's view of his partner, Detective Goldman?

5. How well is Sojourner Truth School maintained?

6. Describe Pierce's appearance.

7. Soneji thinks about what when he is in Alex Cross' basement?

8. Soneji wants to be recognized for what?

9. How do Cross' children help heal him following the events at Union Station?

10. Why is Gary Soneji's skin prickling in Chapter 1?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Soneji's and Cross' final confrontation. Where does it take place, and how difficult is it for Cross to defend himself? How is Soneji killed in the end?

Essay Topic 2

How do Cross and Sampson work together as partners? Do they seem to have a good relationship? How can you tell?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the character of Mr. Smith. What rituals does he follow while he kills his victims? How do his murders reveal his medical training?

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