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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 is Isabella Calais killed?

2. What kind of job does Jean Summerhill have?

3. When does Cross' pager beep in Chapter 21?

4. Where does Sondra Greenberg work?

5. How long does Craig keep Cross in his office talking with him about the Smith case in Chapter 31?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Pierce's appearance.

2. What number is important to Soneji in Union Station?

3. What is Soneji's attitude when he enters Union Station before his sniper attack?

4. Describe Soneji's encounter with Jean Summerhill.

5. What is Kyle Craig's opinion of Thomas Pierce?

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

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

8. Soneji wants to be recognized for what?

9. What kind of statement does Cross think Soneji is making by killing Goldman?

10. Why does Soneji return to Wilmington, Delaware?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Pierce believes he is smarter than Cross, as well as a better detective. Do you agree or disagree? Provide textual examples to support your opinion.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the plot development of this novel. How does the author connect the two stories of Soneji and Mr. Smith?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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