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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. How does Beth calm herself down before starting her picture taking?

2. Reese is certain that

3. Reese hates the school coach because he

4. Vincent considers his family's life to be like a

5. As a result of the media coverage,Reese notices that

Short Essay Questions

1. What might have been the reason that Vincent did not share the unfortunate interaction with his coach with Dr. Kilgore?

2. Ben has disappeared again. Where has he gone, and why?

3. What is the most astonishing thing about the Cappadoras finding Ben?

4. What was it that prompted Cecil to kidnap Ben?

5. How would you describe the ending of this story? Is it happy? Is the story a tragedy?

6. What is a clue that Sam is going downhill living with the Cappadoras?

7. What important detail does Sam share with Reese when he visits Reese is in jail?

8. Is George Karras a monster? How do we know?

9. Why does Beth seek out Nick again? Does she get what she wants?

10. How did the FBI botch the job when they were involved in the search for Ben?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many crimes are solved with the help of psychic mediums. Do some research and write an essay on a specific case that was solved with the help from someone who is able to "see" more than the average investigator. Conclude your essay with your opinions about psychic activitites.

Essay Topic 2

What does it take to become a professional photographer? What kinds of schooling and talent are required to become well-known and paid for your photos, like Beth Cappadora? Do some research on the web and write an expository essay for the student who aspires to be a photographer.

Essay Topic 3

Do some research on the Amber Alert and write an essay explaining how it works. Give your opinion as to whether the Amber Alert may have helped in the search for Ben Cappadora, and why.

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