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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. Shadow Love said he killed Yellow Hand for being _____.

2. What is the girlfriend's former profession?

3. Whose name is on the lease at that apartment?

4. What piece of evidence is there in the Andretti murder?

5. Lily's voice sounds like a _______.

Short Essay Questions

1. Shadow Love spends time reflecting on his past. What is Shadow Love Thinking about?

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

3. Who is the character known as "Clay?"

4. What action does the Minneapolis police department take against the crime?

5. What are the results of the competition?

6. Examine the mission assigned to Billy Hood. How does Hood feel about the assignment?

7. Discuss the situation with John Liss.

8. What is the result of Hart's attempts to help the police?

9. How does Davenport force Liss to give up names of the people involved?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Davenport turns to Elle for help in assessing the mental health and actions of the killers. As a psychologist, Elle offers her professional opinion. Explain the analysis given by Elle. Why does Davenport go to her instead of the police analyst or a consultant? Is Elle more qualified? Does Davenport just go to see his friend? What assessment does Elle make about the escalation of the case? What can be done to alter the path of the killers?

Essay Topic 2

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 Sandford uses symbolism in his stories? Give examples of blatant symbolism and more subtle symbolism. Identify any changes in symbolism as they relate to different groups such as the Sioux versus the whites. Compare and contrast the symbolism used in Sanford's mysteries and the mysteries written by another famous author.

Essay Topic 3

The murderers were counting on the case running smoothly because of the involvement of the regular police. The murderers become alarmed when they recognize Davenport. What was the difference between the police solving the crime and the case being solved by Davenport? How do the killers refer to Davenport? Is the assessment accurate? Explain. Do you think the Sioux did anything differently because of Davenport's presence? Are the Sioux more intimidated by Davenport or the FBI? Explain.

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