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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 suffered greatly from Thad's crime?

2. At what time was Thad taken to the courthouse?

3. In what month was Thad released?

4. What was used as a potential alibi?

5. What popular restaurant did Thad go to?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was the inspiration for the title of book?

2. Explain the meeting between Thad, his lawyer and the representatives from NASA.

3. How did the crime affect Gibson?

4. What has occurred with Axel during this time?

5. What did Thad do to keep his sanity while in prison?

6. What happened on the way back to the hotel?

7. What happened to Thad after his release from prison?

8. What was the next step in Thad's plan?

9. What is the conversation held between Thad and Rebecca at her apartment?

10. Examine Thad's new activity.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses several examples of flashback in the book. Give at least three examples of this technique, how they were used and the effectiveness of each.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Rebecca and Sonya. What were the main differences? What was the nature of their relationships with Thad? Did the women have a personal relationship? Do you agree or disagree with Thad's choices? Who was most supportive of Thad? Was Thad able to maintain a relationship with either or both women? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Thad's upbringing in the Mormon culture. Why was it different than the upbringing of some of Thad's peers? What other person in the book was Mormon? What obstacle threatened Thad's Mormon faith?

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