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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. What newspaper does Elvis NOT appear in after the news of Pritzik and Richards broke?

2. What is the name of the bar that Elvis visits after speaking to James Lester?

3. Why does Jonathan Green have so much security?

4. Who was Stuart Langolier's public defender?

5. What group does Ms. Bonell accuse of kidnapping Susan Martin?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Haig tell Cole about Rossi's ambition to rise through the ranks of the police department?

2. Describe Elvis' interactions with Floyd M. Thomas, Ms. Bonell, and Mrs. Reese.

3. Describe the relationship between Pike and Rossi.

4. Why does Pete Bishop say, "It's gonna be a headliner. We'd better call the boss," when Susan Martin's body is discovered?

5. What does Toni Abatemao tell Cole about Stuart Langolier?

6. Who tells Elvis about Stuart Langolier and what does he do with this information?

7. What does Elvis find when he goes to Pritzk's apartment?

8. Who is Lucy Chenier and what is her connection to Elvis?

9. What does Joe Pike reveal to Elvis about Angela Rossi?

10. What is Elvis Cole hired to do in the Teddy Martin case?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay that describes the character, Elvis Cole. How does Elvis treat people and what does this reveal about his character? In what ways is Elvis different from other characters like Jonathan Green and Elliot Truly? Discuss these questions and provide specific text examples to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay that explains the role money played in the murder of Susan Martin. Identify the characters who use money to their advantage and those who are affected negatively by money. Include a discussion of how this story would change if money were not a factor.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay that explains the role of Stan Kerris in the cover up of Susan Martin's murder. Provide text evidence that explain Kerris' character traits and his relationship with Jonathan Green.

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