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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. What happens when Alex witnesses a wheelchair-bound man entering Dr. Cassady's apartment and he goes to arrest him?

2. Who does Alex Cross recognize in the photos?

3. What name does the mastermind of this plan call the men carrying out his plan?

4. What is the name of the charity supposedly run out of the suspect apartment?

5. What is Dougie's current employment status?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the Weasel hire Nikki Williams to do?

2. Who was killed by Nikki Williams? Who was the intended victim?

3. From where was the Wolf's latest call made?

4. What reason does the Wolf give for blowing up the bridge?

5. What question about the bombing in Sunrise Valley plagues Alex Cross the most?

6. What does Alex dislike about the prescribed protocol to deal with the Wolf and the aftermath of any bombing?

7. Where does Alex Cross learn the Weasel has been spotted in chapter 46?

8. What disguise does Alex Cross remember the Weasel used that he hopes will help them catch up to him?

9. Why does Alex Cross blame the Weasel for the custody fight he is now involved in with Christine Johnson over his son, Alex Jr.?

10. What major bridge does the Weasel hire Bill Capistran to blow up?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss symbolism using one of the following objects/symbols and its use within the plot:

1) Bridges

2) Puzzle pieces

3) Luxury cars

Essay Topic 2

Discuss one of the following themes in a detailed essay, using examples from the novel:

1) Justice

2) Revenge

3) Heroism

4) Family.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss one of the following character relationships in detail, noting how they impact motivation or the overall plot, using examples from the novel:

1) Alex Cross and his children, Jannie and Damon

2) Alex Cross and Christine Johnson

3) Alex Cross and the Weasel

4) Alex Cross and Jamilla Hughes

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