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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 does Stone take Allison to dinner that night?
2. What is the verdict delivered in the case?
3. Who helps Stone release the yacht so that Stone can get away?
4. Stone realizes that ________________ is actually Paul Manning.
5. Who is having lunch with Sir Leslie when Stone goes to Sir Leslie's house?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why is Allison packing and what close call does Stone help her avoid?
2. What does Stone learn about Libby Manning's mother, and how does he help the woman personally?
3. What is the real reason the jury convicts Allison and what is her sentence?
4. 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?
5. What does Stone learn about Arrington who has still not shown up on the island?
6. What is the purpose of Sir Winston's having Stone forcefully brought to him for a meeting?
7. Describe Jim Forrester's testimony at the trial.
8. What is Stone's perception of Allison's private meeting with Sir Leslie?
9. According to Sir Leslie, what is Sir Winston willing to do in order to get the prime minister's position?
10. How has Sir Leslie masterminded the trial and Allison's fake execution?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of loss. Identify at least two themes about loss in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.
Essay Topic 2
The author uses more than one theme in the novel. Identify at least two themes in the story and then cite an example to support each theme.
Essay Topic 3
Explain Woods' use of humor in the book. Cite examples of at least two different instances of humor and explain why the author used them where he did.
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