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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 want to have the image of the lion tattooed on his body?

2. How long did the shooting match at the tattoo parlor last?

3. At the end of the novel, which of the following events most terrifies Richard?

4. Which of the members of Bud's family is written up in a local newspaper article, leading Lamar and the gang straight to the family?

5. Before Bud leaves the house to investigate the cars from the crime scene, what gift does his wife give to him?

Short Essay Questions

1. What mixed reactions does Bud experience in regards to the public's opinion of Lamar?

2. Where does Richard find inspiration to finish the lion drawing he is crafting for Lamar?

3. Why does CD Henderson think the police force is going to make him retire?

4. How does the public respond when Bud is once again put in the hospital after a shootout with Lamar and his gang?

5. How does Ruta Beth die?

6. How does Bud end up house hunting with Holly?

7. What happens after Jeff's final baseball game with his team?

8. Why does Bud end up knocking door-to-door in the neighborhood, searching for clues?

9. What happens to Richard at the end of the novel?

10. What happens to CD Henderson at the end of the novel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Bud and Ted are members of the same police force in Oklahoma. First, describe the type of relationship Bud and Ted have professionally. Then, describe how each man feels about his role as a police officer. Finally, compare / contrast the level of respect each man has within the force, and explain how this comparison affects their relationship with each other.

Essay Topic 2

Throughout the novel, Richard spends much of his time creating gifts for Lamar. First, describe the gifts Richard creates for Lamar, and describe Lamar's reaction to the gifts. Then, explain the metaphoric meaning behind the gifts Richard creates. What symbolism can be found? Please use examples from the text to strengthen your argument.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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