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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 former Prime Minister?

2. Stone's father was ousted from his family in part because of his choice of profession. What was the profession of Stone's father?

3. Amanda and the former Prime Minister discuss what type of sport?

4. What time did the murder take place?

5. Stone hires Arnie to do which of the following?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. Examine the scene in which Arnie Millman follows Martha McMahon. What tragedy occurs?

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

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

7. Describe the first date between Stone and Arrington.

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

9. Examine the meeting between Amanda and Bill Eggers.

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Stone Barrington is a no nonsense cop turned attorney in Manhattan. Examine Barrington's career. Why do you think Woodman and Weld hires Barrington on the side? Does Barrington have any knowledge of criminal law? How do Bill Eggers and Stone Barrington know each other? Write a complete character description of Stone Barrington. Include physical descriptions and other information gleaned from the text.

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