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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. The FBI has how many cases that currently match the Poet case?

2. What is the name of the agent that accompanies Jack and Walling in Phoenix?

3. Who sends Jack a copy of the story about Gladden and the maid?

4. What is Horace's last name?

5. What item had Jack left behind?

Short Essay Questions

1. How had the sixth case stumped Jack? Why was the murder in Florida different from all the others?

2. What do Backus, Jack and the agents discuss at the meeting? What vital piece of information is uncovered?

3. What information is uncovered when Rachel and Jack go to Phoenix? Why is it obvious that the latest victim did not commit suicide?

4. The Poet continues to use obscure quotes to taunt the agents. Discuss the Poet's reference to the rental car.

5. What is learned about Gladden through his attorney? How does Thorson react? What is the result of the confrontation?

6. What happens when Jack arrives at the LAPD?

7. What news does Rachel receive from Thorson the next morning? What is the reaction of Jack, Rachel, and Glenn?

8. What are Jack's immediate suspicions regarding the source of the story? What is learned about the reporter?

9. How does Jack know Rachel is bluffing when she attempts to arrest him for theft?

10. Who had contacted Rachel about Jack's meeting with Warren? What was Warren doing at the time?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Like Jack, Glenn was once a hotshot reporter. Examine Glenn's career. Why did Glenn switch to an editorial position? Compare and contrast Glenn's style and experience with Jack's work and professional accomplishments.

Essay Topic 2

What was Jack's first clue that the police suicides were connected? What type of investigation was started by Jack? What caused him to start a nationwide search? Where did the investigation lead? What were the most important things learned by Jack and the FBI?

Essay Topic 3

Sean McEvoy was a well respected cop that transferred into the CAPs Unit. Considering that McEvoy was at least 10 years younger than many of his subordinates, how do you think the men regarded him as a leader? Did McEvoy command and receive respect? What might a cop like Sean have to do to prove himself in that type of situation?

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