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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. Mastermind believes what is about to happen?

2. Who goes missing?

3. What is the irony in Craig's murderous career?

4. Why does Craig stay away?

5. Who serves as protector to Nana and the kids?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does the Mastermind choose not to kill Cross? How long will the Mastermind wait to murder the detective?

2. How does Cross handle staying at home during his recovery?

3. Why is Jamilla so angry with Craig? Is the anger based on reality or perception?

4. Why does Craig suspect that the FBI knows about his alter ego?

5. What does Cross find in the tunnel? How is it related to the case?

6. Why does Cross resign from the police department? How will the change affect Nana and the kids?

7. Why is Cross in a panic when he reaches San Francisco?

8. Why does the Mastermind call Cross to talk about the Taylors' murders?

9. How does Cross react when Jamilla reiterates her intense dislike of Craig?

10. What is Cross' opinion of Charles? Is the opinion based on fact or instinct?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why does the Mastermind want Cross to be single? Why is it important for Cross to work alone? How does Cross' work with a partner affect the battle with the Mastermind?

Essay Topic 2

The Mastermind is revealed to be Kyle Craig, Cross' friend and colleague. How is it possible that the Mastermind could stalk and terrorize Cross for so long without being found out? Why was Cross blind to Craig's clues? What was the biggest clue left by Craig?

Essay Topic 3

Part of the Mastermind's plan was to stalk and harass Cross before killing the detective. The Mastermind made good use of the phone to complete the plan. Craig electronically altered his voice and set up a remote trigger to place the calls. Explain how this might have been achieved.

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