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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. According to Mrs. Lester, what did the man at the Mayfair Market give James?

2. Where is Mrs. Earle when Elvis and Joe go to ask her why she changes her story about Rossi?

3. What does Elvis find in Worely's apartment to use as leverage?

4. Where do Elvis and Pike find James Lester's body?

5. What does Green reveal to the news about Langolier and Truly?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is LeCederick worried for his mother's safety?

2. Who is Mrs. Harris and what does she tell Elvis about Mrs. Earle?

3. What does the contract between Martin and Green state?

4. Where is Mrs. Earle and Mr. Lawrence when Joe, Elvis, and Angela Rossi arrive at Mr. Lawrence's house?

5. What does Elvis' friend in the coroner office tell him about James Lester's death?

6. Summarize Elliot Truly's dying declaration to Elvis.

7. Why does Elvis take a picture of the Mercedes Benz that drives by Mrs. Earle's house?

8. Describe the circumstances surrounding James Lester's death.

9. What evidence does Elvis present to Anna Sherman about Green and how does she respond?

10. What does Lucy tell Elvis about her ex-husband?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay that explains Jonathan Green's role in the Teddy Martin cover up? In your response, explain how Green's role as Martin's lawyers changed from the beginning of the story to the end. Also, identify the factors or reasons that changed Green's role and his motives for covering up this crime.

Essay Topic 2

How do Jonathan Green and Teddy Martin escape responsibility for the murders of Susan Martin and other witnesses? What happens to each at the end of the of the story? What factors enable them to avoid consequence for their actions? Answer these questions and provide text evidence to support your answers. Be to sure to explain the roles of money and power.

Essay Topic 3

How does the character, Jonathan Green, change from the beginning of the book to the end? In your essay, explain Green's actions in the beginning, middle, and end of the story. Also identify those characters most affected by the development of this character.

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