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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 the name of the massive aristocratic house with wrought iron fences?

2. What color are the uniforms the soldiers who abduct Ford are wearing?

3. What type of building is the injured Ford held in while he recuperates in Managua?

4. How big is Zacul's escape boat?

5. What is the name of the company Mario DeArmond sells product for?

Short Essay Questions

1. What celebratory meal does Ford prepare for Zacul on his first night in the prison?

2. Who is Wendy Stafford?

3. What type of documentation does Ford bring with him to Costa Rica?

4. What do Ford and Tomlinson discuss when they are in the prisoner truck headed to the camp?

5. How and why does Ford test Tomlinson's honesty while they are traveling through Costa Rica?

6. Why does Ford spend an evening searching for frogs in Zacul's prison camp?

7. What reason does Ford give to Zacul as to why he is in Masagua?

8. How does General Juan Riviera greet Ford when he arrives in Masagua?

9. What confessions does Pilar make to Ford when she sees him after the fight?

10. How does Tomlinson prove his dedication to Ford while staying at General Riviera's?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the novel, Ford calls on old friendships that stretch back even to high school in order to create a network of people that can feed him information when needed. First, create a list of characters Ford calls on from his past to help in his investigation into Jake's disappearance. Then, choose one relationship from Ford's past that proves to be particularly valuable in his investigation. Do you think Ford's investigation would have been a success without this character's help? Be sure to cite examples from the text to strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 2

Hollins's rocky relationship and divorce from his ex-wife proved to be a turning point in his life. First, describe the relationship Hollins had with his ex-wife and what events led to their divorce. Then, explain how the series of events directly stemming from the divorce led to the ultimate kidnapping of their son.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Ford juggles romantic relationships with three women: Pilar, Jessica, and Sheri. First, describe Ford's relationship with each of these three women. How did they meet? Then, explain which woman you believe is the best romantic fit for Ford and why.

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