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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 doesn't Bosch mention in his explanation about a second killer?

2. What does Nixon what a warrant to do?

3. Why does Belk chastise Bosch when he shows up for court in Chapter 22?

4. Where does Bosch threaten to take Mora's phone book?

5. What does Bosch handcuff Mora to?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Bosch learn about the only witness to the Dollmaker?

2. During a task force meeting, as Bosch discusses his second killer theory, how receptive are the others?

3. Why is Bosch tense when the phone rings in the beginning of Chapter 26?

4. When Rollenberger gets to Mora's house what does Bosch tells him happened?

5. How does Bosch open up to Sylvia in Chapter 21?

6. What initial evidence is gathered from Bremmer to file for warrants?

7. What is the scam that Bremmer accuses Chandler of running?

8. Why does Irving keep Bosch back after the meeting?

9. What does Chandler suggest about Bosch's character by mentioning his lack of character witnesses?

10. How does the surveillance team learn that Mora is in the house with Bosch?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The relationship between Bosch and Sylvia is somewhat strained. Discuss steps Sylvia takes to work on this relationship. Discuss those steps taken by Bosch. How does this relationship change from the beginning of the book to the end?

Essay Topic 2

When Irving apologizes to Bosch for his testimony, Bosch suspects that he may have known his mother. Why does Bosch think this and how does this change his feelings toward Irving?

Essay Topic 3

The beginning of this story is very dark and depressing. Discuss the setting at the end of the story. How does the author paint the picture of this change in scene?

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