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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. Who does Alex leave to join for dinner when she sees Jed?

2. What is the name of the dog that Alex encounters?

3. Who does Mike think may have been involved in Isabella's death?

4. What shocking conclusion does Alex make from seeing the clue?

5. Who is Harold McCoy?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the photograph that Alex recognizes.

2. Describe Mickey.

3. Describe David.

4. What is Jed worried about with Alex?

5. How does Alex reveal her character in court?

6. Describe Johnny's defense.

7. Describe Alex's interaction with Jed in the car.

8. Describe Cordelia.

9. What does Cordelia say derisively about Alex and Jed?

10. Describe the questioning with the suspected rapist.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Alex. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates her at this point in her life?

Essay Topic 2

Ellen and Isabella are two intriguing characters.

Part 1) What is their relationship? How do they co-exist and how do they interact? What is similar about them and what is different?

Part 2) What are some events upon which Ellen had a direct influence? What are some events upon which Isabella had a direct influence?

Part 3) Which character offers support to the group? Which one is stronger and why?

Essay Topic 3

Explain the significance of the novel's title. Why do you think the author titled the book Final Jeopardy? Now that you have read the book, how does that alter your understanding of the title? Are you intrigued to find a sequel or more mysteries with Alex? Why or why not? Cite examples to support your answer.

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