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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 is Jackson surprised at in LuAnn when they have a fight at Matt's cottage?

2. Which of the following things does Charlie NOT do after being hurt by Jackson?

3. What does LuAnn plead for Thomas Donovan to do, that he declines, at the end of their meeting?

4. What eats up most of LuAnn's fortune after she turns herself in to the police?

5. What is the name of Jackson's doorman who tips him off to the FBI's presence in his building?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the nature of the deal Matt tries to get for LuAnn's cooperation in outing the lottery scheme?

2. How does Thomas Donovan try and coerce LuAnn's cooperation in uncovering the lottery scam?

3. What does Charlie discover from Thomas Donovan's files after breaking into his house?

4. How is Jackson's relationship with his father described?

5. What happens between LuAnn and Matt after she goes out to see him survey her land for a new building?

6. How does Bobbie Jo Reynolds explain how the lottery was rigged?

7. What happens after Matt shoots Jackson by a cliff?

8. How is Jackson able to escape the FBI after they learn his true identity?

9. What happens after Jackson reveals himself as Bobbie Jo Reynolds in disguise to Thomas Donovan?

10. What is the nature of Lisa's outburst after LuAnn suggests they may have to move again after arriving in Charlottesville?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the nature of the antagonist portrayed in the book. How does the author present Jackson as a complex character, and why is this significant?

Essay Topic 2

Examine the theme of survival presented in the book. What does it take to be a true survivor, according to LuAnn's plight in the book? Are there certain characteristics that need to be present or is it a specific mindset that is needed?

Essay Topic 3

The protagonist of the book, LuAnn, is a complex and interesting character that is both admirable and easy to relate to.

Part 1.) What evidence is present in LuAnn's introduction to suggest she possesses more strength of character than it first appears?

Part 2.) What traits does LuAnn possess that makes her a good protagonist?

Part 3.) What shortcomings and weaknesses does LuAnn have that make her more human and relatable?

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