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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. Who is waiting for Willet when he arrives home?

2. What is a hogan?

3. Which of the following is discussed by the two men?

4. What must be done in preparation for the holiday?

5. What word is best used to describe the biker?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Willet's first step after meeting with Eagle?

2. What type of advice is exchanged between Jane and Wolf?

3. Explain Willet's meeting with his associates in LA.

4. How long does it take Willet to finish the project? Who works alongside Willet at this time?

5. What is the conversation between Jane and Wolf during dinner?

6. Willet returns home and immediately goes to see which person? What is learned during the visit?

7. What are the two main settings used in the story?

8. Who is the main character in the story? What is the man's profession?

9. What is the purpose of Barbara Kennerly's appearance at Eagle's office?

10. Where does Willet first see Barbara? What is Willet's reaction?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Ed Eagle is a no nonsense attorney in Santa Fe. Examine Eagle's career. Why do you think Shea recommends Eagle? Does Wolf have any knowledge of criminal law? Do Eagle and Shea know each other? If so, how? Write a complete character description of Ed Eagle. Include physical descriptions and other information gleaned from the text.

Essay Topic 2

Reputation is a touchy subject in places like Santa Fe and Los Angeles, particularly for Wolf Willet. Examine Wolf's reputation and its importance. Why is Wolf's reputation important in Los Angeles? Why is it important in Santa Fe? Why does Willet insist on finishing the film before anyone finds out about the murders? How could Willet's arrest affect his career? Is there anything Willet could do to reduce the amount of gossip or speculation about his part in the murders? What could be done in the area of damage control? How could Eagle help in this area? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the author's use of Santa Fe for the setting in the Ed Eagle series. Why do you think Woods chose New Mexico? How accurate do you think the setting is in regards to the real location? What areas are most commonly referenced in the story? What other location might have worked as well, if not better, than Santa Fe? What is unique about the setting? What regionalisms are exhibited by Eagle and the rest of the characters? Explain.

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