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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 did Claudia first think the mark had been made?

2. This chapter contained which of the following literary devices?

3. Where was Jamie anxious to go?

4. What would probably have happened if Claudia and Jamie had not found the mystery of the statue?

5. In what way do Jamie and Claudia decide to deliver the letter?

Short Essay Questions

1. What concerns Jamie while he waits in the bathroom?

2. What excuse can Jamie use when he delivers the letter?

3. Why is Jamie happy after the bath in the fountain?

4. What do Claudia and Jamie discuss before they go to bed?

5. Where does Jamie suggest they go Sunday morning?

6. Why do you think Claudia's first supposition as to how the mark was made would not be possible?

7. What makes the chapel different from other areas of the museum?

8. Why does Claudia think it is important to stick with the post office box?

9. Why is Claudia upset when she got out of the bath?

10. What does Claudia hope to accomplish at the library?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe at least two areas of tension that occurred through the novel. Describe the events, what was the cause of the tension, and how it was resolved. Use specific details throughout your essay.

Essay Topic 2

What are some of the problems Claudia and Jamie have to overcome throughout this novel? Be sure to include specific examples from the novel throughout your writing.

Essay Topic 3

At many points throughout the novel, Jamie and Claudia could have been caught. Explain at least three different times where they could have been caught and how it might have happened, and make a prediction as to how they might have escaped after being caught. Remember to include specific examples from the novel in your essay.

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