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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. Barrington's mother was a well known ______.

2. How are the issues of DIRT delivered?

3. Who encounters a thief in an elevator?

4. What happens to Arnie?

5. What does Arnie use in lieu of a ladder?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Allan Peebles? Why does he become an important figure in the story?

2. Discuss the information gathered on Amanda's staff according to Arnie Millman's report.

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

4. What background history is learned about Amanda Dart? How does the public learn about Amanda's history?

5. What is the relationship between Stone and Dino Bacchetti? Where do the men often meet for dinner?

6. Discuss Hickock's trek through central Park and the activities that immediately follow.

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

8. Describe the meeting between Stone, Eggers and Glynnis Hickcock. What is Stone's response?

9. Where do Stone and Amanda go after having drinks at her apartment? Who does Stone meet?

10. Discuss the break-in of the second upscale apartment. What items are taken?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the characters, plots, settings, and outcomes of the stories woven into "DIRT". Use the scenarios in another one of Woods' series of books for comparison. How do the story lines differ? What is the conclusion of each story? Which lead character did you like better? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Reputation is a touchy subject in places like New York and Los Angeles, particularly when dissected by someone like Amanda Dart or Allan Peebles. Examine Amanda's reputation and its importance. Why is Amanda's reputation important in New York? Also examine Allan Peebles' role. Why is Peebles' reputation important in Los Angeles? Are the two friends, enemies, colleagues or strangers? Are they competitors? Explain. How could their jobs backfire on them if others gathered inside information on their personal lives? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

There seems to be a deep friendship and healthy rivalry between Barrington and Bacchetti. Describe the relationship between the two men. How long have Barrington and Bacchetti known each other? How long have they worked together? Is there relationship more of a friendship or partnership? What do you think will happen now that Barrington is no longer a member of the NYPD? Compare and contrast the professional duties of Barrington and Bacchetti.

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