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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. Who do the magicians emulate?

2. Who is the Mastermind?

3. How does Cross taunt Craig?

4. Who spots the cops at the magicians' house?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What is the purpose of the press conference with Cross and Craig? Was it effective?

3. How is Cross able to stay in San Francisco when his family might be in danger?

4. What prompts Cross to wonder about the new Sire? Will there be someone to step into the role?

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

6. How does the crowd at the fetish ball react when they realize Cross and Hughes are cops?

7. Who appears in place of Daniel and Charles? What was the purpose of the switch?

8. Why do such famous magicians perform in small venues? If there is opportunity to make more money, why settle for less?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Cross had to face Craig one more time at Kate McTiernan's house. How did the confrontation change Cross? Do you think Kyle Craig will be put in prison for life? How will the absence of the Mastermind affect Cross' future cases?

Essay Topic 2

Cross talks about serial killers and how it is common for the killers to have fulfilling personal relationships. How is this possible? Is this due to a mental illness or personality disorder? Do you think Kyle Craig's spouse is aware of his activities?

Essay Topic 3

Peter Westin, the new Sire, is captured and taken off to jail. What do you think will happen to Westin? Do you think Westin will be charged with murder? What will happen within the vampire community without the presence of the Sire?

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