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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. The killer is also responsible for the death of which other character?

2. The killers begin to send letters to the ____.

3. Who is attempting to get information from the Indian community?

4. Where do the brothers leave the girl?

5. The men believe the may have to move to what other location?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the scene at Andretti's during and after Hood's attack.

2. How does money come into play in the investigation?

3. What happens at Bluebird's funeral? How do people react to the presence of the police?

4. Why is Davenport worried about Jennifer at this point?

5. Discuss the meeting held at Daniel's office.

6. Examine the scene in which Bluebird is killed.

7. Who are Larry and Carl Reed? What is their crime?

8. Who is Ray Cuervo? What is the man's business?

9. How does Clark manage to get the drop on the judge?

10. Explain the scene in the Crows' apartment when Billy Hood arrives.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Treachery is everywhere in "Shadow Prey." People constantly deceive one another for personal gain or revenge. Many acts are considered to be treachery when they were not. List at least five different examples of treachery. Include details surrounding each case. Were any of the cases linked? If so, how? Shadow Love takes a particularly dim view of treachery, remarking how the traitors must die. What is Shadow's gauge for treachery and self-preservation? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

The main issue in the story is the political and personal war between the Sioux and the government. Discuss this long time issue. Why are Shadow Love, the Crows and others so angry with the whites? What issue is the biggest between the groups? How does the government deal with the situation? What caused the problem in the first place? What was the first action taken by the Sioux? When did it occur? How does knowledge of the Sioux culture help the reader to better understand the tribe's position? What could have been done differently by either side to prevent the murders and other violent actions? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Write your own murder mystery based on "Shadow Prey." Use Davenport as the lead character. Supply complete storyboards. Include character information, plot, and synopsis. Explain your inspiration.

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