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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 does Rivera call Tomlinson based on his first impression of Ford's traveling partner?

2. How far is Masagua from General Riviera's home?

3. What sound does Ford hear in the distance as he is trying to give medical attention to Zacul?

4. Which of the following sports teams did Riviera once hear drafted Fidel Castro?

5. Which of the following sicknesses does Ford believe Jake Hollins is suffering from?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What type of studying does Tomlinson do in preparation for his meeting with Zacul?

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

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

6. How does Zacul react when he sees that many of his guards are falling ill?

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

8. What happens when Ford goes to Jessica's to visit with her after returning home from Masagua?

9. What sound does Ford hear in the distance while he is inside Zacul's tent?

10. How does Helen, Hollins's ex-wife, treat Ford when he arrives at her doorstep?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The town of Sanibel, Florida is often overrun with tourists. First, describe the town of Sanibel and explain why tourists want to come. Then, describe Ford's relationship with the tourists. How does he treat them? Give examples of at least two specific scenes in the novel that you believe exemplify Ford's relationship with the tourists.

Essay Topic 2

The area called God's Eye Lake is one that is important to the investigation into Jake's disappearance as well as for the terrorists who run rampant in Masagua. First, describe the setting of God's Eye Lake. What makes this place significant in Mayan culture? Then, explain how the setting of the lake functions within the group Zacul leads. How does this place become an important setting in the search for Jake Hollins?

Essay Topic 3

Tomlinson proves to be a character with a dichotomous personality. First, describe Tomlinson based on his physical appearance. What stereotypes do outsiders typically place on Tomlinson? Then, compare Tomlinson's external appearance to his internal appearance. Does Tomlinson's outside match his inside? How can you tell? Be sure to cite at least two specific examples from the text to strengthen your argument.

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