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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 does the doctor say when the doctor finds out about Gary's death? "Oh, that's really too bad. They should have _______ him a long time ago."

2. Larry Schiller is a former ________ photographer turned sensationalist writer and wanna-be documentary producer.

3. From what do Gary's friends throw his ashes?

4. Gary writes a letter protesting the _______ of his execution, accusing the state of not having the courage of its convictions.

5. What kind of car does Gibbs buy on his way out of town, away from Gary and the theft ring?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Gary say when asked if he went into the motel and the service station to kill someone?

2. What do Moody and Sanger do when they are visiting Gary at the prison?

3. Where are Gary's ashes spread after his death, suitably illegally spread?

4. Where is Brenda when Geraldo Rivera calls to get an interview about Gary from her?

5. Why are Sam Smith, the Warden, and other officials looking over the laws?

6. What does Earl Dorius find out in a phone call the night before Gary's execution?

7. Why is Schiller in Hawaii as Gary continues to be interviewed by the media?

8. What evidence is presented in the book which leads the reader to believe Gary was not serious about killing himself?

9. Why does the Warden allow Boaz to interview Gary?

10. Why can't Gary eat pizza along with the other friends of his when they visit in the prison?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

As Gary begins to sell his story, it seems that truth is not the most important part of the deal. The buyers simply want to tell the sensational story.

Part 1: Why wouldn't truth be an important part of telling Gary's story?

Part 2: Why weren't the families of his victims contacted?

Part 3: Why does Gary want a portion of the proceeds from his publicity to go to the families of his victims?

Essay Topic 2

The character of Nicole is an obviously flawed woman, but she still seems to be Gary's rock and his love throughout the book.

Part 1: What do you think makes Nicole continue to stay with Gary during this book?

Part 2: Do you think Gary truly loves Nicole? Why or why not?

Part 3: Do you think Nicole truly loves Gary? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

The trick with the character of Gary is that he seems to be someone you can both hate and understand. This can cause the reader to not know what to think.

Part 1: Cite at least two examples of things which may be considered admirable in Gary.

Part 2: Cite at least two examples of things which may be considered detestable in Gary.

Part 3: Do you think Gary is a good person or a bad person? What were your reactions to him in the story?

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