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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 presents Willet's case in court?

2. Roughly how much money is missing from Wolf's accounts?

3. Before moving to Santa Fe Carreras worked in which other southwestern city?

4. An order of transfer was given to Julia's bank. Where is the money to be sent?

5. What is Carreras' rank?

Short Essay Questions

1. Eagle calls Wolf with important and disturbing news. What is the news?

2. Why does Spider want to meet with Wolf? What does Wolf learn during the conversation?

3. What does Cupie learn about Grafton?

4. Who is Russell Norris? What is his part in the case?

5. What news does Wolf receive on New Year's Eve?

6. What happens after Wolf turns himself in for the second time?

7. What does Barbara attempt to tell Eagle and Wolf? Why is Barbara at Wolf's house?

8. Why is Eagle fairly confident about Wolf's case?

9. What is the context of the conversation between Eagle and Wolf?

10. Explain Eagle's plans for New Year's Eve.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Symbolism is an important part of a mystery, often giving clues to the reader and the story's detective. What are the ways in which Woods uses symbolism in his stories? Give examples of blatant symbolism and more subtle symbolism. Compare and contrast the symbolism used in Woods' mysteries and the mysteries written by another famous author.

Essay Topic 2

Eagle becomes angry with Wolf when he attends the party with Jane. Explain Eagle's reaction. Why is Eagle upset? Has Wolf been banned from the event? Who approaches Eagle regarding Wolf's attendance? Is it Eagle's fault Wolf went to the party? What has Wolf allegedly done wrong? Do you agree or disagree with the judgment? What does Eagle order Wolf to do as soon as possible? Why? Do you think Wolf's actions will affect his case in any way? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Examine Stuart Woods' Ed Eagle series. How many books are there? Write a character profile of Ed Eagle. Discuss how the character has progressed and evolved throughout the series. Where might Eagle go next? How might Eagle's relationships change in future books? What type of case might Eagle accept next?

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