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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 type of animal does Richard Peed draw for Lamar?

2. How old are Mr. and Mrs. Stepford?

3. What type of car do the Stepford's drive?

4. What type of person does Richard Peed typically draw next to the animal he sketches for Lamar?

5. What does Mr. Stepford do for a living?

Short Essay Questions

1. After escaping from the Stepford's house, what does Lamar demand Richard do to show his loyalty?

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

3. How did Ted lose his nerve as a police officer?

4. How does Lamar treat the manager of the Denny's during the robbery?

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

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

7. How many people are shot and killed during the Denny's robbery?

8. How has CD Henderson's police career changed as he has aged?

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

10. How does Bud learn about Ted's death, and what is his reaction to the news?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Denny's robbery was one of the pivotal events in the novel. First, explain how the gang scouted out the Denny's restaurant. Then,explain the events of the robbery. Finally, describe how the Denny's robbery was a turning point in the lives of Lamar and his gang.

Essay Topic 2

Bud and Holly both have very different expectations for their relationship. First, explain what Bud's expectations are in regards to his relationship with Holly. Then, compare / contrast those expectations with Holly's expectations. What conflicts arise from the conflicting expectations in the relationship? How are these conflicts resolved? Give at least two examples, supported by the text.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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