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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 power is the telephoto lens attached to Bright's camera?

2. It is obvious Ryan is off on his own when he is noticeably absent from which event?

3. What descriptive word is used to describe Fowler's attitude?

4. Ryan takes matter into his own hands when he visits his old friend _____ at the FBI.

5. Whose house was destroyed in the stealth bomb explosion?

Short Essay Questions

1. Captain Ramirez gives new orders to KNIFE. Explain the mission and its purpose. What are Ramirez's thoughts on the issue?

2. Discuss John Clark's military and post-military experience. What was Clark's nickname?

3. What is Cutter's position at this point in the game? Why does Cutter begin to get suspicious?

4. What is the concern raised in the conversation between Robby and Tim Jackson? What rumor is discussed?

5. How does Clark manage to re-establish radio communication with the ground troops? What had happened to the previous situation?

6. How does Clark devise a plan without knowing what is happening on the ground in Colombia?

7. Explain the scene at the drug refinement facility. Who is killed? Who escapes?

8. Robby Jackson goes aboard the USS Ranger. What is Jackson's mission? What does he find on the ship?

9. The Pirates case is ready to be heard in court. Discuss the current situation and what will most likely come next.

10. Discuss the scene between Ryan and Greer. Where does the conversation take place?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Write a bio on Ernesto Escobedo. Escobedo turns out to be a valuable character in the book. Explain Escobedo's career in and out of the Cartel. Escobedo's status in the Cartel has made him unbelievably rich and powerful in Colombia. Discuss how this has affected Escobedo. Also discuss Escobedo's plans and desires to be considered a man of great influence in the international business world.

Essay Topic 3

During the Operation SHOWBOAT meeting between Cutter and Ritter, it is clear that Cutter's behavior is suspicious. Explain Cutter's behavior and why it seems off to Ritter. What does Ritter ask for to ensure that the mission is legitimate? What does Cutter offer to Ritter as assurance? What conditions does Cutter put on the item? How does Ritter react? Is Cutter lying, cautious or paranoid? How might Ritter find out?

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