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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 is Chuck Baker's occupation?

2. Why does Popov think Grady will never see true communism?

3. What is Popov's first name?

4. What gift does Chavez give Clark after his boy is born?

5. Why is Mary not allowed to have a mirror?

Short Essay Questions

1. What calms Popov's fears about kidnapping when he gets to Kansas?

2. Where does Brightling invite Popov after the mission in Hereford and why?

3. What information does Popov give that tells the FBI he is telling the truth?

4. How does Archer feel as she injects Mary with the lethal potassium?

5. What happens when Hunnicut's body is found?

6. What horrible crime did Foster commit?

7. What happens to Popov in Killgore's office?

8. What does Popov demand in exchange for his information on the project?

9. How does Chavez get O'Neill to talk?

10. How does Chavez feel after taking a tour of the Olympic facility?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Honor is something that many of the main characters were striving for in this book. Who is most affected by this pursuit, and how does it change the course of the plot?

Essay Topic 2

Clark and Chavez are two very similar people, and yet they have some notable and important differences. Using the text to cite support, write a compare/contrast essay about these two characters.

Essay Topic 3

Shame and propriety are common themes throughout this book. What are some of the instances where these themes are present, and why are they so important to the characters involved?

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