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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 are the bodies located?

2. Lucas asks the doctor if it would be possible for Bekker to be in contact with patients with which disease?

3. Who is called because of Lucas' shaky emotional condition?

4. Who has been talking about details of the case not available to the public?

5. What item does Sybil attempt to use to identify Bekker?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Lucas frustrated with Loverboy?

2. Discuss the conversation between Lucas and Bekker regarding Stephanie's death. What about the conversation surprises Lucas?

3. What is Bekker's next step in his plan involving Cassie and Druze?

4. Discuss the scene in which Bekker and Druze return to the cabin in Wisconsin. What is the purpose of the trip? Is the trip a success? Do the men get away unnoticed?

5. What valuable information does Del get from Cheryl? What does Lucas do with the information?

6. Explain the scene in which Druze abducts and murders George. What happens to George's car?

7. Discuss the phone call Lucas receives regarding Sarah. What is the problem? What is the outcome of the call?

8. Discuss Lucas' temporary break down regarding the case. Where does Lucas place his anger?

9. What strange question does Bekker ask Lucas? What about the question gives a clue to Bekker's part in the case?

10. Discuss the conversation between Bekker and Druze. What does Druze suggest? What is Bekker's reaction?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Symbolism is an important part of a mystery, often giving clues to the reader and the story's detective. What are the ways in which Sandford uses symbolism in his stories? Give examples of blatant symbolism and more subtle symbolism. Compare and contrast the symbolism used in Sanford's mysteries and the mysteries written by another famous author.

Essay Topic 2

Michael Bekker is obsessed with death and dying. Bekker's role as a doctor has given him opportunities to study death, often to the detriment of the patient. Discuss Bekker's professional career. Why is Bekker known as Dr. Death? What are the opinions of the other doctors, e.g., Merriam? What action does Bekker often take when dealing with a terminal patient? Which of Bekker's actions are illegal? How does Bekker handle Sybil? Why is Bekker still permitted to practice if he is committing murder? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the relationship between Lucas and Elle. What is the common ground for friendship? How do their professional lives often interfere with their personal relationship? How does one know when a boundary has been crossed? Do the friends respect each other? How has their relationship evolved? Where might it go from here? Do you think the relationship will ever change drastically? Did Lucas' relationship with Elle help or hinder Lucas' opinion? How did it affect the case?

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