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

2. What does Reacher find in the second cave he discovers?

3. In Chapter 35, why does Holly need to find a new weapon?

4. Where does Webster go after being told to ignore Holly's case twice by the President?

5. Why do Mac and his team fly to the Mojave Desert?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. At the end of Chapter 43, what makes Reacher think Beau isn't done causing trouble yet?

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

4. What happens during Loder's trial?

5. What do Webster and Mac do in Chapter 35 to try to help Holly?

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

7. Why does Garber want to protect Mac in Chapter 41?

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

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

10. What happens when Reacher explores the caves?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the theme of proving oneself in this novel.

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

What is the author's commentary on law enforcement in "Die Trying"? Why do you think he is presenting this message?

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