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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What artifact in General Bowen's foyer suggests to Alex that the general had a possible posting in New England?
(a) A Boston washboard.
(b) A cod carving.
(c) An antique sideboard.
(d) A wagon wheel.

2. Where was Starkey born?
(a) Wilmington, Delaware.
(b) Raleigh, North Carolina.
(c) Rocky Mount, North Carolina.
(d) Chevy Chase, Maryland.

3. What is the name of Alex's youngest son?
(a) Little Alex.
(b) Anthony.
(c) Baby John.
(d) Damon.

4. What does Starkey settle for when he wants a cigarette on their hunt on the Appalachian Trail?
(a) Trident gum.
(b) Skittles.
(c) Altoids.
(d) Tic Tacs.

5. What kind of car does John drive?
(a) An old Porsche.
(b) A new Honda CRV.
(c) A black Mercury Cougar.
(d) A blue Suburban.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the booking facility in the Cumberland County jail?

2. What does the sign say to the entrance of Billie's house?

3. Once upon a time, Billie worked as a _____ nurse.

4. Who is the U.S. Army's only representative who shows up at Sergeant Cooper's execution?

5. What disease caused Ronald, the witness to the Fort Bragg murders, to be bound to a wheelchair?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens after the Damon's basketball game between Alex and his son?

2. What is Alex's impression of Sergeant Cooper as he investigate the accused man's apartment?

3. What is the scene like when Alex and John arrive at Sergeant Cooper's cell during the deathwatch preceding his execution?

4. What does John tell Billie about his relationship with Sergeant Cooper?

5. What was Lieutenant Colonel Etra accused of and how does his wife feel about his execution?

6. How does Alex know Jamilla?

7. What piece of evidence threatens to convict Sergeant Cooper and why?

8. Describe "basic allowance housing" at Fort Bragg.

9. How do the Three Blind Mice feel about being back at Fort Bragg after their murder spree?

10. How does Alex describe the memory he has of John coming over to Nana's house as a child?

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