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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. Visiting the Fluxion office, what does Riker tell Qwilleran?

2. As Qwilleran begins reading Andy's manuscript, what becomes clear?

3. Who visits Qwilleran in his apartment only to be snubbed by Koko?

4. What does Qwilleran find in Ben's apartment during a visit?

5. Who do Qwilleran and Iris suspect killed C. C.?

Short Essay Questions

1. what does Qwilleran eventually learn about how Russell Patch has the money to buy all his expensive equipment?

2. Why does Qwilleran leash Koko and take him of a tour of the Cobb building?

3. Why does Qwilleran finally get around to hanging the Mackintosh coat of arms, and who comes to help him do it?

4. What is interesting about the pattern of the sole of Russell Patch's boots?

5. What is the significance of the surprise visitor to Iris's shop while Qwilleran is taking his turn managing it?

6. What does Mary find strange about Qwilleran's list of sales and inquiries while he was manning Iris's shop?

7. What is the evidence Qwilleran discovers outside the Ellsworth House?

8. Who does Qwilleran suspect the drug dealer to be?

9. What arrangement does Qwilleran make with Mary?

10. What arrangement does Qwilleran make with Ben Nicolas?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In two or more type written double spaced pages, write an essay on "Introduction of Elements Important to Solving the Mystery". In the first five chapters of the novel, several important bits of information are introduced that will later have a bearing on the solution. Include in your essay a discussion of (1) the weight of the Mackintosh Coat of Arms, (2) the pot bellied stove which seems to serve no purpose, and (3) the emphasis placed on Andy Glanz's high moral standards that are not shared by other people in Junktown.

Essay Topic 2

In two or more type written double spaced pages, write an essay on "Qwilleran's Character as a Lover of Cats". Three questions should be answered in your essay: (1) Does Qwilleran's affinity to his cats make him appear weak? (2) Does his care for Koko and Yum Yum transfer over into his concern for people? (3) Does Qwilleran overestimate the ability of his cats to help him find clues?

Essay Topic 3

In two or more type written double spaced pages, write an essay on "The Most Interesting Characters in the Novel". Select the three characters who intrigued you the most and discuss why they are so interesting to you. It is permissible to name the cats if they are among your most interesting characters. However, give full answers for each of the characters you choose.

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