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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 is the content of a fax which Stone receives from Arrington?
2. Why does Stone contact Bill Eggers again?
3. With whom does Stone go to lunch in Chapter 53?
4. Stone insists that Allison never _________________.
5. What news does Cantor give Stone regarding Libby Manning?
Short Essay Questions
1. What does Stone learn about Paul and Libby's divorce decree?
2. What does Stone learn about Arrington who has still not shown up on the island?
3. What assertions is Stone able to make regarding Paul Manning's health as a possible cause of death and the reason why Stendahl would like to see Allison convicted?
4. What is Jim Forrester's reaction when Stone suggests that Stendahl might actually be Paul Manning?
5. Why is Allison packing and what close call does Stone help her avoid?
6. What changes Stone's perspective on Allison's use of a spear gun to kill her husband?
7. How are Stone and Allison at odds regarding Allison's obligations to Libby's family after Libby's death?
8. According to Sir Leslie, what is Sir Winston willing to do in order to get the prime minister's position?
9. What does Stone learn about Libby Manning's mother, and how does he help the woman personally?
10. Describe Jim Forrester's testimony at the trial.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Suspicion takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.
Essay Topic 2
Project into the future ten years and write a brief synopsis for the lives of Stone, Arrington and Allison. Be sure to include emotional states as well as physical characteristics, geographic locations, work, hobbies, socialization, etc.
Essay Topic 3
The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is, and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.
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