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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. Photos released to the media make Davenport appear as if he is:

2. How does LaChaise get the names of the cops that shot Candy?

3. At this point, what is the biggest threat to the investigation?

4. What emotion is experienced by Davenport in regards to Jennifer?

5. What is the surname of Davenport's ex-girlfriend?

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss the murder and attempted murder of the family members of Kupicek and Capslock. Who commits the crimes? What is the outcome?

2. What is the first location Stadic hits? What does Stadic find when he arrives? What information is gained by Stadic?

3. Describe the activities of each person and the props used in the crime.

4. Where does Darling go to meet LaChaise? Who has helped LaChaise to escape and hide out?

5. Who are the first victims chosen in Andy Stadic's plan to eliminate possible threats? What is the reason for the proposed hit?

6. What is SEED? How is LaChaise involved with the organization? What is the main purpose of the group?

7. Describe the opening scene. Who is in the process of stealing a van? Who does the woman meet after the theft?

8. What tip does Davenport receive about LaChaise? What prompted the tipster to call the police?

9. What assignment is given to Butters in regards to Davenport?

10. What happens when Stadic begins to panic? What is the plan to solve the problem?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Write a complete character description of Dick LaChaise. Include his personal and professional lives, relationship to his family, and mental illness. Also discuss the formulation of LaChaise's plan to get revenge on the members of the cops' families.

Essay Topic 3

LaChaise is injured in a shootout with Dell. Describe the scene. What does LaChaise do before running away? Is anyone shot? What happens to LaChaise after he runs from Dell? What is Dell's reaction to the incident?

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