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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. From which of the following locations does Richard steal his first car?

2. How are Lamar and Odell related?

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

4. Which of the following men was Ruta Beth Tull pen pals with in prison?

5. In CD Henderson's most famous police case, which of the following items was blown up by a terrorist?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Who are Mr. and Mrs. Stepford?

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

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

6. How do Lamar and his gang manage to avoid the police after the Denny's robbery?

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

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

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

10. What advice does Bud's colonel come to give him while he is recuperating in the hospital?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Baseball turns out to be an important symbolic element within the novel. First, explain what the significance of baseball is to Bud and his family. Then, compare / contrast that to the significance baseball has for Lamar and his gang. Finally, explain the symbolism of baseball in direct relation to Bud's chase of the gang.

Essay Topic 2

The Stepford's prove to be an important element in getting Lamar's gang up and running. First, describe how Lamar knows the Stepfords. Then, describe Lamar's treatment of the Stepfords. Finally, explain how the Stepfords were instrumental in getting Lamar's gang off its feet and into action.

Essay Topic 3

CD Henderson is an important figure in the Oklahoma police force. First, describe CD Henderson's police career and the way it has changed over the years. Then, explain what effects police work has had on CD Henderson's personal life. How does CD Henderson's police career directly affect the manhunt for Lamar and the rest of his gang?

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