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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 does Reacher find in the second cave he discovers?

2. How is Reacher able to kill Fowler and other guards?

3. According to Beau, who is behind the failure of the middle class?

4. Why does Reacher ask Mac about Brogen's height?

5. How does Reacher save Mac from being killed?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Reacher tell his punishment guard the first night he is in the hut?

2. What happens after Reacher saves Mac from being killed?

3. How does Beau respond when Holly threatens to kill herself?

4. What do Mac and his agents find out when they go to the Mojave Desert?

5. How does Holly escape the room within the room?

6. What does Reacher do when he leaves the tunnel?

7. What does Webster do after he finds out about Reacher's military service?

8. What happens when Reacher explores the caves?

9. How does Reacher learn that Beau's group doesn't have experience with long range rifles?

10. How does Reacher ensure Beau's men cannot use their stolen military vehicles?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does the author use dialogue to develop the plot? Examine specific conversations to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

Consider Beau's camp and the places/items within it. How are these things symbolic? How do they reflect upon the characters and events in this novel?

Essay Topic 3

What is the author's commentary on leadership? Use specific examples from the novel to explore at least three characters who are considered to be leaders.

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