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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. Daniel feels that the next murder will be designed to create:

2. Davenport finally gets a copy of the bill. What is the payment amount?

3. What is the surname of Lily's husband?

4. How old was the woman meeting Davenport?

5. What is the name of Clay's employee at the hotel?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Daniel order secrecy surrounding the sting at the Crows' apartment?

2. How do the Crows learn about the sting?

3. What evidence has been gathered so far in Hart's murder investigation?

4. Why does Davenport feel less than effective in the case?

5. How does Shadow escape from the hotel? What does he do next?

6. How do Davenport and Del get information about the whereabouts of the Crows and the others?

7. Describe the scenario in which the Crows and Shadow arrive at Barbara Gow's house.

8. What reaction does David Rothenburg have to Lily's injuries?

9. What is Daniel's prediction about the escalation of the murders?

10. What happens when Davenport arrives at home to speak with Jennifer?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Sandford's brilliant use of foreshadowing throughout the book. Give at least three examples of foreshadowing. Give details and the purpose of using the technique. How else could the reader learn about the important information? What other technique might have been used?

Essay Topic 2

Daniel and Davenport have an interesting professional relationship. The two veteran cops seem to respect one another. Discuss how the mutual admiration benefits their working relationship. Explore how Daniel's style of leadership has helped Davenport form his own style. What are the similarities? What is Daniel's background and how does it compare to Davenport's background?

Essay Topic 3

Backstories are important as they fill in the gaps of characters' lives that may not have been addressed elsewhere. This is seen clearly in the backstories of the Crows, Shadow Love, and Davenport. Explain how Sandford uses the technique. When is the appropriate time for a backstory? Does the backstory always resolve unanswered questions? Where might Sandford use it in reference to other characters or situations? Give at least three examples and explain in detail. Also discuss the most important factor in each character's backstory.

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