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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who observes Walter's preparations for bed at 6:45 p.m.?
(a) His Filipino houseboy
(b) His girlfriend
(c) His neighbor
(d) His maid

2. With what article of clothing does Phyllis flirt with Walter?
(a) Scarf
(b) Blouse
(c) Shoe
(d) Hat

3. Where does Mr. Nirdlinger work?
(a) FBI
(b) Oil fields
(c) Governor's office
(d) LAX

4. What obstacle do Walter and Phyllis encounter on the train?
(a) A chatty passenger on the rear platform
(b) There are no seats
(c) There is no smoking allowed
(d) Walter's crutches hit an old woman

5. What will the insurance company think about Mr. Nirdlinger?
(a) He will probably default
(b) He purchased two policies
(c) He needs a new will
(d) He is a bad risk

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lola caution Walter about?

2. What does Walter do to remove the obstacle?

3. What does Walter try to anticipate?

4. What does Walter think before making a return call?

5. What happens that forces Mr. Nirdlinger to take the train?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Walter's second main concern related to the murder?

2. What is Walter's state of mind immediately after the murder and what mistake does he preempt?

3. What activities does Walter follow to begin to set up his alibi on the day the murder is to take place?

4. Why does Walter call his office that night looking for a rate book?

5. Describe the final challenge Walter and Phyllis face in completing their facade?

6. Describe the scenario where Walter kills Mr. Nirdlinger.

7. Why does Walter make three visits to Mr. Nirdlinger?

8. What does Walter do when he returns home after the murder?

9. What do Walter and Phyllis do with Mr. Nirdlinger's body?

10. Describe Walter's state of mind while waiting for the time to kill Mr. Nirdlinger arrives.

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