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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 item does Stephanie throw out into the hall?

2. What is the name of the person Stephanie goes to for help with the case?

3. What does Briggs do when Stephanie calls?

4. What about Valerie causes the family to worry?

5. The job was advertising for a position as a(n):

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Stephanie do to try to get rid of Diesel?

2. What does the man say when asked how he got to the apartment?

3. What is discussed in regard to Valerie? What happens to Valerie and Albert?

4. What does Stephanie do once she realizes Diesel is not going to leave?

5. What is the one issue that completely confounds Stephanie? What is Stephanie's opinion on the subject?

6. What does Stephanie do to attempt to keep Diesel out of the line of fire from Helen and Grandma Mazur?

7. What form of protection does Stephanie use and where is it found? What is the problem with the plan?

8. What happens when Stephanie goes into the living room to check in on Diesel?

9. What does Stephanie say to Joe in regards to Diesel? What does Joe say?

10. Describe at least some of the conversation had in the kitchen with Stephanie, Grandma Mazur and Helen.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Stephanie is known for getting into trouble in virtually any kind of situation. Ranger, Stephanie's mentor and friend, makes it a point to watch out for Stephanie at all times. Examine how and why Ranger keeps such close tabs on Stephanie. What tools does Ranger use to keep tabs on Stephanie? Who often helps Ranger? How does Ranger always seem to know if Stephanie is in danger? What special gifts does Ranger have in this area?

Essay Topic 2

Stephanie Plum has several men in her life. In this particular story two of those men play smaller roles than usual due to hectic schedules. In their place, at least temporarily, is Diesel. Discuss the men in Stephanie's life. Compare and contrast Diesel, Joe Morelli, and Ranger.

Essay Topic 3

Stephanie and Grandma Mazur both have a wild streak and a taste for adventure. Compare and contrast Stephanie and Grandma Mazur. Which do you think has more of a wild streak? Which one holds the best record for mischief? What do the two women have in common?

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