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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. Where is Eggleston's body?

2. In Chapter 22, what part of Pat's body is the gun pointed towards?

3. Why does Pat whisper on the phone?

4. Who is the real Mrs. Luther?

5. Who does Pat believe is using him for their own purposes?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Pat believe Doc's plan is when Pat approaches Eggleston?

2. Why is Pat stunned in Chapter 23?

3. Why is Pat's announcement to the men at the meeting not as effective as he was expecting?

4. What does Bill Hardesty inadvertently acknowledge in Chapter 22?

5. Why is Pat dismayed upon entering Eggleston's office?

6. Why isn't Madeline arrested in Chapter 29?

7. According to Eggleston, why was Pat paroled and not pardoned?

8. Is Doc's plan ruined because of Edgar's announcement?

9. What is Madeline's and Bill's scheme?

10. Why should Henry be troubled?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the characters of Doc and Pat. How are their personalities different? How are their life stories different? Are there any similarities between the two men?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the relationships Pat has with Lila and with Madeline. Use examples from the story to reinforce your opinions.

Essay Topic 3

Pat visits the roadhouse diner on two occasions. What is the significance of the roadhouse diner? Use the physical description and the times Pat goes to the diner to guide your answer.

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