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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 kind of lodging does Douglas Cannon reside in?

2. Senator Cannon is vehemently opposed to the defense project, stating that it is only the method by which ______ repays heavy contributors.

3. If Beckwith opposes the missile defense shield, he is considered _______ by enemies.

4. In what capacity will the killer among the Soviet agents crossing into the West serve?

5. Who does Susanna think is funneling money to the Republicans by surreptitious means?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the sign that makes the assassinations distinctive?

2. Why does Elizabeth refuse to snoop for Susanna?

3. What is the sign left behind at the crime scene that Michael remembers?

4. How is Senator Sterling a typical liberal leader?

5. How does Beckwith respond to the airline strike when he is on vacation?

6. What is the relationship between Susanna and Elizabeth?

7. What is the ruse employed by the two men on a large yacht off the coast of Long Island for their journey?

8. Why is Ari Shamron happy with Beckwith's speech?

9. What details will be finalized at the mandatory dinner party held by Mitchell Elliott?

10. Why does Delaroche hire Astrid?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Politics play a significant role in the book. Adams refers to the politics of the CIA in The Mark of the Assassin compared to that of other organizations. Discuss the use of politics in the novel. How does politics influence the actions of the main characters of Michael, Nicolai, and others? Also examine the use of politics in relationships.

Essay Topic 2

The Mark of the Assassin is particularly effective in conveying meaning through powerful imagery. Powerful imagery establishes connections in the minds of readers with the story's characters and plot. Imagery is the picture we form in our minds of the story we read. It can involve, visual, auditory, olfactory, gustatory, tactile, kinetic, and kinesthetic. Adams uses imagery to translate words into a visual story that we can see and participate in within our minds. Describe the use of imagery in this novel.

Essay Topic 3

Silva uses more than one iteration on the motif of socialism through comparison of governments attacked by the CIA. Identify at least two motifs about socialism and workers' rights in the book. Then cite an example to support each answer.

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