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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. How long does Milo's bender last in "Chapter 13"?

2. Who compares notes involving Simon's death and the recent crimes in Meriwether?

3. Who was with Raymond the night of his death?

4. Who does the target in Nickie's case make a phone call to?

5. Whom does Milo speak to about the target in Nickie's case?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Dalton Kimbrough and what history does this person have with Milo?

2. What information does Reese give Milo about Raymond?

3. What does Mrs. Crider give Milo, and why is this helpful?

4. When Milo is attacked, what does he do in order to save his life?

5. Why is Reese worried about speaking with Milo and answering his questions?

6. What happens to Milo in the alley behind Mahoney's?

7. What does Milo do for two days that is potential harmful?

8. What does Milo learn about Simon and Elton after leaving the Holy Light Hog Farm?

9. Why is Milo known at the Holy Light Hog Farm?

10. Why do Milo and Jamison meet at Milo's second office?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the relationship between Helen and her mother. Include what occurs that could cause a reader to believe they have a good or bad relationship.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the role of forgiveness in the story and why it is important for Milo to forgive Helen for lying to him.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the relationship between Milo and Helen, including the positives and negatives of the relationship.

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