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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 name of the law firm that frequently hires Stone?

2. What is the name of Bill Eggers' wife?

3. What is the name of the bar frequented by White?

4. Arrington moved to New York with the hopes of becoming a(n) _____.

5. Which airport will Amanda supposedly use for the flight?

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss the scene that takes place between Arrington and Stone in front of Stone's house.

2. Who is Arnie Millman? What parts does Arnie play in the story?

3. Explain the relationship between Amanda and Bill Eggers; Amanda and Richard Hickock.

4. Describe Jonathan's presence at Arrington's apartment building.

5. What is Stone's advice to Hickcock? What is Hickcock's reaction?

6. Detail the meeting between Stone and Tiff. What does Tiff offer as a clue?

7. Discuss the conversation between Dino and Stone regarding Arnie. Also describe the events at Arnie's funeral.

8. Who is Elaine? Why is she often featured in the story?

9. Explain the scene between Stone and Amanda during their trip to Connecticut. What agreement does the couple make?

10. What does Amanda do to ensure that she gets everything she wants in her new contract with Galaxy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Tommy and Charlie Bruce. Which is the elder son? Which is the smartest? Which has the most skill when it comes to the DIRT scam? Who has the most criminal infractions? Why did the brothers choose New York? What is the pay off for their work? How are the men able to change identities so quickly? Also compare their training and skills as outlined in the text.

Essay Topic 2

Write a short story from the point of Arrington Carter regarding her first meeting with Stone. How did the pair meet? Was there an instant attraction? When did they become friends and eventually lovers? Does the couple have anything in common at all? If so, what? How does Arrington adjust her professional life in regards to Stone's investigation? How has the life of each character changed since they met?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the relationship between Stone and Amanda. What is the common ground for their relationship? How do their professional lives often interfere with their personal relationship? How does one know when a boundary has been crossed? Do they respect each other? How has their relationship evolved? Where might it go from here? Do you think the relationship will ever change drastically? Does either have any ulterior motives regarding the relationship? Explain.

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