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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 is Black Jack Cadmus in relation to Jamey?

2. How is Jamey's mom described to Alex in Chapter 18?

3. What does Richard Cash do while walking around Souza's house?

4. What is Alex told probably happened when Peter last hung himself that led to his death?

5. Where does Alex go in Chapter 24 in order to meet Jennifer?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Dwight's reaction to the events that led to Jamey's mental state and the people involved?

2. Why did Alex insist on having a meeting with Souza in Chapter 30?

3. Where does Alex meet with Gary for the first time and what does Gary tell him?

4. Who is the Fat biker and what is their involvement in the slasher case?

5. In Chapter 20, Alex and Robin have a meaningful conversation. What is the conversation about?

6. What does Mrs. Vann say her involvement with Dr. Mainwaring and Jamey are?

7. Who does Alex plan to investigate on his own and what happens when he goes looking for this person?

8. Who poisoned Jamey in the story and what will happen to this person due to their actions?

9. After Alex reads Jack's diary and learns about the potential problems involving Bitter Canyon, what happens when Alex calls Lou and the Bitter Canyon bonds?

10. What happens when Alex goes to find Mrs. Vann in Chapter 20?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At the end of the story, Alex and Jamey's friendship has gone through several changes. Discuss the ever-changing relationship between the two and the impact they have on each others lives. Support your answer by citing examples from the reading.

Essay Topic 2

At the beginning of Chapter 20, Alex and Robin have a heart-felt conversation with each other. What is the conversation about? What does their conversation as well as other events throughout the story prove about their marriage? Cite examples from the text in order to justify your answer.

Essay Topic 3

The element of surprise is used several times in the story when readers learn the truth about who is committed what crimes against Jamey and other characters in the story. Discuss how the element of surprise is used throughout the story.

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