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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Ruta Beth Tull react when the gang of convicts shows up on her doorstep?
(a) She is terrified.
(b) She is apathetic.
(c) She is confused.
(d) She is excited.

2. What illegal activity does the guard of the prison partake in?
(a) Prostitution.
(b) Drug trafficking.
(c) Alcohol brewing.
(d) The guards do not do anything illegal.

3. How old was Richard when he learned to read?
(a) Seven years old.
(b) Five years old.
(c) Three years old.
(d) Nine years old.

4. What does Richard Peed do for a living?
(a) He is an artist.
(b) He is a musician.
(c) He is a florist.
(d) He is a dentist.

5. According to police reports, how many people were killed at the restaurant robbery?
(a) Eight.
(b) Twelve.
(c) Ten.
(d) Six.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Lamar is attacked by the gang leader, what does he do?

2. Which of the following alcoholic beverages is CD Henderson's drink of choice?

3. What is the name of the penitentiary where Richard and Lamar are serving time?

4. Which of the following restaurants does Lamar plan to rob?

5. How are Lamar and Odell related?

Short Essay Questions

1. What lie does Bud tell his son, Jeff, when he is supposed to meet him at the batting cages?

2. What story does CD Henderson frequently tell about the heyday of his career?

3. Why was Ruta Beth once incarcerated?

4. At the opening of the novel, why is Lamar Pye in prison?

5. Why is Bud Pewtie not excited to be partnered on a manhunt with Ted Pepper?

6. What is Richard's job during the Denny's robbery?

7. Who is Odell, and what type of trouble does he cause in prison?

8. Why do Richard and Odell dress up as old women?

9. How does Lamar save Richard's life after the Denny's shootout?

10. What type of relationship does Lamar have with Richard at the opening of the novel?

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