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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. Helder finally realizes that he has been responsible for planting a _______.

2. In the meeting the director argues that there is no need for which of the following?

3. What is the other thing Lee notices right away upon docking at the pier?

4. How long is Lee questioned by the men?

5. What is the name Katharine Rule intends to use at an alias?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Appicella's opinion of Malibu?

2. Who does Rule go to when she needs to discuss her plans regarding Majorov? What is the man's reaction?

3. Majorov receives what he believes to be good news. What is Majorov's reaction?

4. What unusual thing does Helder notice aboard the sub? What is Helder's conclusion?

5. What do Rule and Lee do after the foiled attack? What happens next?

6. Lee, Rule and Appicella split up once they are in Copenhagen. Explain what each person does while in the city.

7. Discuss what happens when Lee realizes he has drifted into Soviet waters.

8. What does Oskarsson do at this point? What do the man's actions do to the crew of the sub?

9. How does Appicella benefit from Lee's arrival on the island?

10. What does Carlsson do that sends up a red flag for Kate?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write your own international/political story based on "Deep Lie." Use Katharine Rule as the lead character. Supply complete storyboards. Include character information, plot, and synopsis. Explain your inspiration.

Essay Topic 2

Write a bio on Katharine Rule. As the protagonist Rule is an essential character in the book. Explain Rule's career, what part she plays in the story and why her presence is valuable. Also examine Kate's relationships with Simon, Lee, Peter, Rawls, and Nixon.

Essay Topic 3

Backstories are important as they fill in the gaps of characters' lives that may not have been addressed elsewhere. This is seen clearly in the backstories of Helder, Lee, and the Rules, Kate and Simon, both as a couple and as individuals. Explain how Woods uses the technique. When is the appropriate time for a backstory? Does the backstory always resolve unanswered questions? Where might Woods use it in reference to other characters or situations? Give at least three examples and explain in detail.

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