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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 Courtney men is requesting to track down the helicopter that fell under terrorist attack?

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

3. What type of fish does Shasa take Elsa fishing for on a date?

4. What does Ramon do to Bella right before he leaves her alone in her hotel room?

5. When the terrorists shoot at the scouts, as soon as they touch the ground, how many scouts are wounded?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What is Cyndex 25?

4. What message does Ramon bring to Bella when he visits her in her hotel room after her visit with Nicky?

5. On the day that he is to be rescued, how does Nicky greet Bella upon her arrival?

6. How do Nicky and Bella enjoy their time together in Tercio?

7. How does Shasa find out the truth about Bella's spying, and what is his reaction?

8. How does Garry manage to escape from the approaching MiGs?

9. How does Bella react when she wakes up from being drugged in a strange hotel room?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Bella becomes pregnant, her relationship with Ramon changes dramatically. First, describe the situation under which Bella became pregnant. Then, compare Bella's reaction to the pregnancy news with Ramon's reaction to the news. Finally, explain how the news of the pregnancy begins to create a strange fairy tale world for Bella. Give at least two examples of red flags that she misses when planning her future with the baby.

Essay Topic 2

During the course of the novel, Bella betrays her family. First, describe the situation that led to Bella being forced to turn against her own family. What ultimatum was she given? When did Bella know, with certainty, that she had no real choice but to turn against her family? How did her act of betrayal play out? In the end, how was Bella's relationship with her family affected by her act of treason?

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Ramon participates in various sporting events. This is a hobby that is important to understanding psychological aspects of his character. Choose two different sporting events that Ramon participates in throughout the novel. Why are these sports important to him? Then, explain how these sports can be seen as either a symbol or parallel element to his greatest game which is seducing Bella. How does Ramon's sportsmanship give the reader a deeper understanding of his skills at seduction?

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