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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. Paul hears that there has been a murder at ____________________.

2. What does the person in #145 shoot at in the cave?

3. Who accuses Loring of stealing The Amber Room?

4. Who is Fritz Pannik?

5. Who had wanted The Amber Room more than Hitler did?

Short Essay Questions

1. What has Rachel learned about herself and how does she feel about Paul now?

2. What power is Suzanne able to wield over Knoll?

3. What is revealed about Grumer's true identity?

4. What information does Paul provide to the investigator, Fritz Pannik, and how does Paul learn about Rachel's condition?

5. How do Suzanne and Knoll get killed?

6. Describe what takes place in the mine with Rachel, Knoll and Suzanne.

7. What does Pannik reveal to Paul and Rachel regarding explosions in the cave?

8. Even though Wayland seems to be very trusting of the Cutlers, why is Paul still reticent to reveal anything to him?

9. Describe the encounter between Knoll and Suzanne at the dig site.

10. What is the purpose of the meeting between Margarethe (Suzanne) and Grumer?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of greed. Identify at least two themes about greed in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 2

"The Amber Room" is a modern-day mystery and thriller story. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Berry is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

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