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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 the stated cause of Raymond's death?

2. While in his office, whom does Milo think about in "Chapter 6"?

3. Who is arrested in "Chapter 4"?

4. Which word does Elton use to describe Raymond?

5. What does a drug addict refer to Raymond as?

Short Essay Questions

1. What can readers tell about Milo's reaction to the death of his father?

2. Describe Helen and why she goes to see Milo in Chapter 1.

3. Discuss Simon's involvement with Nickie's case.

4. Why does Helen hire Milo to work the case of Raymond's disappearance?

5. What does Milo do with the money Nickie gives him and what does Milo arrange for Nickie's case?

6. Describe the relationship between Dick Diamond and Helen.

7. When Milo's father dies, what does Milo do with his father's clothes?

8. What does Muffin do for a living and why is he afraid to speak with Milo about Reese?

9. Who is Elton Crider and what is his connection to Raymond?

10. Who is Muffin and what is his relationship with Milo?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the use of dialogue in the story. Include how it is used and also the positive and negative effects it has on the story.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the relationship Milo has with Jamison compared with the relationship he has with Dick Diamond.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the motives and motivations of Milo to help those who ask him for help. Cite examples from the story in order to justify your answer.

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