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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. At the New Orleans bass tournament, how many bass does Dickie Lockhart catch?

2. What does Skink replace his lost eye with?

3. After the weigh-in at the bass fishing tournament in New Orleans, Decker returns to his hotel room. Who is waiting for Decker in his hotel room?

4. According to Tile's prisoner, where did Tom and Lemus take Ott Pickney to question him about Bobby Clinch?

5. In what venue does Charles Weeb announce that Ed Spurling will be the new host of Fish Fever?

Short Essay Questions

1. At the New Orleans bass fishing tournament, what does the angler with the heaviest stringer receive?

2. Describe the injuries that Jim Tile inflicts on one of his attackers when the attacker points a gun at Tile.

3. Why does Thomas Curl intend to kill R.J. Decker?

4. What does Lanie share with the police in her statement?

5. Why do Tile and Garcia decide to arrange for a police escort to Lunker Lakes on the morning of the Lockhart tournament?

6. Why does Deacon Johnson have trouble in Florida obtaining a child for Weeb's next human healing?

7. After returning to Miami, what does Decker want to tell Dennis Gault?

8. When Decker and Skink are leaving town and realize they are being followed, Decker pulls over to talk to the person following them. What does Decker realize about his pursuer?

9. Describe Charles Weeb's boyhood, as revealed in his official church biography.

10. Why do the police officers not enter Decker's trailer in Miami when Decker is inside the trailer, but is being held prisoner?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The theme of loyalty is evident throughout the novel. Dennis Gault's loyalties, for instance, lie with himself and he turns on anyone who tries to get in his way. Discuss how the theme of loyalty is portrayed through the eyes of R.J. Decker, Clinton Tyree, Jim Tile, Charles Weeb, and Catherine. Support your observations.

Essay Topic 2

The Reverend Charles Weeb is a man who is supremely confident in his ability to come out on top. Identify at least three instances from the story that highlight his confidence. How is Weeb helped by his utter confidence? How is Weeb hurt by his confidence? Provide examples of each.

Essay Topic 3

Reverend Weeb wears different masks in the story. Both a Christian leader and a cheat, Weeb is a study in contradictions. Identify, then compare and contrast the different sides of the reverend. How would his plan for establishing Lunker Lakes have been affected had he not been a successful at deceiving those around him? Why is it necessary for Weeb to wear different masks? Could he have been successful in launching Lunker Lakes without being deceptive? Why or why not?

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