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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 character gets a new job?

2. What item is purchased by the man?

3. What happens when Vullion goes to Ruiz's apartment?

4. From that point, how does Vullion get away?

5. What two characters made an agreement?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Carla tell Davenport in regards to their relationship?

2. What news does Davenport receive about Annie McGowan?

3. How did Vullion gain entry into Wheatcroft's home?

4. How does McGowan react to the news that she is being placed under surveillance? Why?

5. What does Vullion say when Lucas holds him at gunpoint?

6. What is Lucas upset about in the beginning of this section?

7. What does Lucas notice when he returns from picking up the pizza?

8. How does Vullion know when Annie is home?

9. How does Vullion manage to escape from the surveillance team?

10. Why doesn't Nester spend much time with the Rices? How does it affect the case?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Symbolism is an important part of a mystery, often giving clues to the reader and the story's detective. What are the ways in which Sandford uses symbolism in his stories? Give examples of blatant symbolism and more subtle symbolism. Compare and contrast the symbolism used in Sanford's mysteries and the mysteries written by another famous author.

Essay Topic 2

Examine John Sandford's Lucas Davenport series. How many books are there? Write a character profile of Lucas Davenport. Discuss how the character has progressed and evolved throughout the series. Where might Davenport go next? How might Davenport's relationships with Elle, Jennifer, and his colleagues change in future books?

Essay Topic 3

Davenport is often viewed as a rogue cop, one who does not play by the book. Discuss this behavior. How is Davenport's method helpful to his work? How might it hinder or jeopardize an investigation? How do Davenport's colleagues feel about his behavior? Is Davenport viewed as an asset or liability by his commander? What kind of reprimands might Davenport receive for his unusual methods? Does Daniel know about Davenport's antics? Explain.

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