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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. Which of the following adjectives best describes Sir Clarence Van Wyk?

2. In which South African city does Holly live with her family?

3. At the airport, what is Bella asked to investigate when she returns to work for her father at his corporation?

4. How long after the family meeting regarding Cyndex does Bella send a report of the proceedings to London for Ramon?

5. What animal did Shasa plan to hunt with Elsa Pignatelli when she came to visit?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Sir Clarence Van Wyk?

2. How does Ramon earn the rank of general in Castro's army?

3. How does Elsa manage to help Shasa bait his marlin hook?

4. What is Cyndex 25?

5. After her first meeting with Nicky and Ramon, what information does Ramon's Organization request from Bella?

6. Who is Aaron Friedman, and how does Bella use him in her plans to gain information for Ramon?

7. What is Victoria Falls?

8. How is Sean greeted by the rest of the scouts when he joins them?

9. Why doesn't Elsa shoot the leopard she and Shasa had been tracking for a few days?

10. How does Ramon treat Nicky during the time the boy spends in Tercio?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Spanish government takes a strong stance on torture when executing Operation Red Rose. First, describe the Spanish government's stance on torture and give at least two examples from the text when this stance on torture is exercised. Then, describe how governmental torture affects Bella's life and her relationship with her family. Based on these examples, what message do you think the author is trying to give the reader about torture as a method of obtaining information from an enemy?

Essay Topic 2

While Bella is in a relationship with Ramon, her relationship with her family changes drastically. First, describe the relationship Bella has with her family before she meets Ramon. Then, compare that to the relationship Bella has with her family after entering a relationship with Ramon. Which member of her family does Bella remain close to? Which family member becomes more distant? Finally, explain who is responsible for the strain in Bella's relationship with her family and why.

Essay Topic 3

Even though Bella struggles for many years to keep her spying a secret from her family and government, she is eventually found out. First, describe the ways that Bella tried to hide her motivation from her family and the repercussions for this sneaking around. Then, describe the way the truth about Bella's spying was finally revealed. What was her family's reaction when the truth came out? How did Bella feel knowing that everyone knew her secrets? What was the final effect of the spying on Bella's relationship with her family?

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