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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. Dino's wife wants to move to which part of the city?

2. Amanda tells the Prime Minister that she must leave early to catch a plane to which location?

3. Who approaches Stone about a potential job?

4. The man had a fondness for videos that were sent to him from which country?

5. How long has Arnie been retired?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Stone believes that someone has planted bugs in his house. Discuss other potential victims and Stone's plans to take care of the problem.

4. Who is Amanda dart? Why is she an important figure on the New York scene?

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

6. What issue does Dino face regarding the new apartment in Manhattan? What is Stone's warning?

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

8. What happens to Amanda when she attends the book signing of her friend Norm Barton?

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

10. Describe the first date between Stone and Arrington.

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

Symbolism is an important part of a mystery, often giving clues to the reader and the story's detective. What are the ways in which Woods uses symbolism in his stories? Give examples of blatant symbolism and more subtle symbolism. Compare and contrast the symbolism used in Woods' mysteries and the mysteries written by another famous author.

Essay Topic 3

Write your own murder mystery based on "DIRT". Use Stone Barrington as the lead character. Supply complete storyboards. Include character information, plot, synopsis, etc. Explain your inspiration.

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