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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. Where did Morgan and Maddox grow up?

2. On Tuesday, what time is dinner?

3. Who created the Love sculpture that is exhibited at the resort?

4. Which of the guests is a masseuse?

5. When did Broken Point open for business?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Ben give his groomsmen as a gift, and what was the symbol behind them?

2. What announcements do Brook and make at lunch on Tuesday?

3. What news do Nat, Carlos, and Craig share during lunch on Monday?

4. What sweatshirts do Olivia, Rachel, and Andy wear at the memorial for Ben?

5. What do Ellery, Ravi, and Nina learn about the art collection at Broken Point?

6. What was Olivia wearing and what is missing from her room?

7. Why is Gary at Broken Point?

8. Why does Ellery think it is not possible to hike out from the resort?

9. What observations does Nina make about the resort art collection?

10. What does Brook bring Ellery that should have been delivered Sunday morning?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Dialogue tags help identify who is speaking in a written conversation. What would happen if dialogue tags were never used to identify who is speaking in a written conversation? What are some common dialogue tags used to identify speakers in a written conversation? What descriptive dialogue tags has the author used, especially in Chapter 38? How do those dialogue tags help readers imagine scenes? How do they add another layer of description?

Essay Topic 2

In media res is the technique of beginning a story with a pivotal point or a scene. Where does Condie begin the story? How does she plunge into the story without an explanation? How does beginning the story in the middle of the action affect the plot and create suspense?

Essay Topic 3

Characterization is the process an author uses to reveal a character's personality. Authors can use direct or indirect characterization to show readers a character's qualities. How does Condie reveal Ben’s character and traits?

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