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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 name is Power using at this point in the book?

2. How old is Dryer?

3. What is the man's first name?

4. What type of coat was Martha wearing when she is seen on the street?

5. Dryer's degree is in what area?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the purpose of Stone's visit to Samuel Bernard? Who is Bernard? What information does Bernard supply to Stone?

2. What happens when Stone goes to investigate the strange noise downstairs?

3. Why do Amanda and Hickcock want Stone to stop investigating DIRT?

4. What is the next step for the Bruce brothers? What incident makes it obvious that someone is closing in on them?

5. What does Bob Cantor discover when he goes to Dryer's apartment? How does the visit benefit Cantor on a personal level?

6. Discuss Dino's conversation with Mr. Elliot. How is Elliot possibly linked to Millman's murder?

7. Discuss the burglaries in the 19th precinct. What request does Stone make of Dino? What other request does Stone make?

8. What happens to the Bruce brothers? What are they doing when they are found?

9. What steps do Hickcock take to ensure his privacy? Who does Hickcock contact for help?

10. What information is detailed in Hickcock's personal issue of DIRT?

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

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.

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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