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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 area of science does Ford study?

2. What type of wine does Jessica serve Ford on the first night they make love?

3. How many of the names in Hollins's address book does Ford recognize?

4. What type of beer did Hollins purchase at the 7-11 before he died?

5. How old was Jake Hollins when he was kidnapped?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Ford react when he reads Hollins's obituary in the newspaper?

2. What is the Kin Qux Cho?

3. Who is Donal Pio Cheng?

4. How does Ford react to the partying the doctors are doing on the other side of the water?

5. How does the old man outside the Presidential Palace treat Ford when he sees him emerge?

6. What clues does Ford search for in Tequesta after discovering Hollins's body?

7. How does Dr. Marion Ford emerge from the Presidential Palace at the opening of the novel?

8. How does Ford know the status of Jessica's relationship with Benny?

9. What package is waiting for Ford at the American Embassy the day after he leaves the Presidential Palace?

10. How does Jessica know Rafe Hollins?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Jessica McClure proves to be an important emotional catalyst for Ford in the novel. First, describe the relationship Jessica and Ford have at the opening of the novel. Then, compare the relationship Jessica has with Ford to the relationship Jessica has with Benny. How does this love-triangle lead to one of the biggest betrayals Ford has ever experienced?

Essay Topic 2

Ford becomes increasingly disturbed to learn the details surrounding Hollins's death. First, describe the scene Ford happened across when he found Hollins's body. Then, explain what details led Ford to believe that Hollins was murdered. Finally, explain how Ford discovers the truth about Hollins's death and describe his reaction to that news.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Ford has to manipulate many people in order to get information he wants. Choose one scene in which Ford uses manipulation to get ahead. Who does he manipulate? Why? Then, compare this scene of manipulation with another scene of manipulation. Is Ford always successful in his manipulations? Where did he learn this skill?

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