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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 type of helicopter is preparing to leave the US for Panama?

2. According to Jacobs, how much money can be traced back to the Cartel?

3. Colonel Felix Cortez is a former member of which organization?

4. Wegener intends to do what a measure of punishment?

5. What was the name of the man killed aboard the Empire Builder?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is viewed on the reconnaissance trip made by Larson and Clark? What type of aircraft is used for the mission?

2. Explain the scenario in which Wegener and his crew come across the Empire Builder.

3. Describe Wegener and his reputation in the Coast Guard.

4. What is Bronco Williams' most recent mission? What is Williams' opinion of the job?

5. Who attends the meeting in the FBI Director's office? What is discussed? How much money is involved in this newest development?

6. What is Wegener's reaction to the attitudes of the prisoners? Where are the prisoners taken to talk to Wegener?

7. What is given to the men of SHOWBOAT before they are deployed to the helicopters? What are they instructed to leave behind?

8. What somber discussion takes place between Ryan, Ritter and Moore? Who does the conversation involve?

9. Why is Ritter suspicious of Operation SHOWBOAT and Cutter's methods? What does Ritter require as reassurance? What does Cutter give to Ritter?

10. Who is Ernesto Escobedo? Explain. Why is Escobedo an important person?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There is a great deal of political intrigue and international criminal activity involved in the book. This is a common theme for Tom Clancy. Write about Clancy's work. What other books involve Jack Ryan and/or similar themes to the ones presented in "Clear and Present Danger?" Why do you think Clancy is so fascinated with terrorists and international intrigue? What is Clancy's background? How many books has Clancy written? Have you ever read any of Clancy's other books?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Clark and Larson. How did the men initially react to working together? Which has the most military experience? Which has the most experience in situations like the one in Colombia? Which is the stronger team member and/or leader? What contribution does each make to the mission?

Essay Topic 3

Back stories are important as they fill in the gaps of characters' lives that may not have been addressed elsewhere. This is seen clearly in the back stories of Felix Cortez, Admiral Greer and others. Explain how Clancy uses the technique. When is the appropriate time for a back story? Does the back story always resolve unanswered questions? Where might Clancy use it in reference to other characters or situations? Give at least three examples and explain in detail.

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