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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 of the following characters accuses Ford of being a member of the CIA?

2. Who does Jake Hollins stay with after being returned to America?

3. Which of the following characters confronts Ford about his relationship with Dr. Braun-Richards?

4. Which of the following symptoms does not affect Zacul as he is fighting against the poisons in his system?

5. What does Tomlinson call Ford as a nickname?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What relationship does Ford have with Durell?

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

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

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

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

7. How does General Riviera react to the true reason as to why Ford is in Masagua?

8. Who is Wendy Stafford?

9. What happens when a mortar explodes near the dock where Zacul has docked his boat?

10. How was Ford saved during the fight at Zacul's camp?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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 3

Hollins's funeral is an event that highlights the way Rafe Hollins lived his life while he was alive. First, create a list of characters that were present at Hollins's funeral. Then, describe the general mood of the funeral. Was it as somber and respectful as one might expect from a funeral? Finally, describe the ceremony in which Hollins's family scattered his ashes. What did this event signify about the relationship between Hollins and his family?

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