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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. Where does Lamar drive the Stepfords?

2. Where does Odell sit in the getaway truck from the prison?

3. Which of the following workers is concerned when Mr. Stepford misses an appointment?

4. What type of van does Lamar use for his escape from prison?

5. Which of the following snacks does Odell munch happily on directly after escaping from prison?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What injuries did Bud sustain during the shootout at the Stepford house?

3. How does Bud reopen his wounds after his first surgery?

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

5. How did Bud and Holly first hook up?

6. After the shootout at the Stepfords, where do Lamar and his gang hideout?

7. At the opening of the novel, why is Richard Peed in prison?

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

9. What does Bud discover when he goes to visit McAlaster?

10. What event happens in the showers of the prison that changes Lamar Pye's prison life?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One form of conflict within the novel is the public's conflicting views of Lamar and his gang. First, explain the argument of the parties that support Lamar and his gang. Why do they think he should be left alone by the police? Then, compare / contrast that with the argument of the parties that believe Lamar should be put back in prison. Why should he be taken off the streets? Then, give at least one example of the way this tension infiltrates Bud's family's life.

Essay Topic 2

Lamar has a deep interest in lions, particularly as a symbol. First, give at least three examples of places in which lion images appear throughout the novel, and explain what the significance of each lion was. Then, explain the artistic symbolism of lions, as the art curator in the novel explained it. Finally, explain how the symbolism of the lion gives the reader deeper insight into Lamar's character.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout their time on the run together, Lamar frequently challenges Richard, ordering him to perform dangerous jobs. First, explain why Lamar challenges Richard. What is he hoping to accomplish during these challenges? Then, give at least two examples of challenges Lamar put Richard up to, and explain what Richard's response to the challenge was.

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