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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. As the story opens and Elena is out running, what is the weather like?
2. At the time of Elena's murder, how long has Daniel Sheehan been on the force?
3. As Chapter 9 begins, where do Anthony and Glyn Weaver go?
4. Where did Glyn raise Elena?
5. When Lynley meets with Sheehan to discuss the early progress in the investigation, what do both men agree on?
Short Essay Questions
1. According to the New Scotland Yard's Superintendent, who contacts the New Scotland Yard to request assistance in the investigation into Elena's murder?
2. What does Lynley learn during his initial meeting with Terrence Cuff?
3. In Chapter 7 when Harry Rodger returns home, why does he leave for Cambridge shortly after arriving home?
4. Why is Lynley suspicious of Sarah Gordon even though her alibi checked out?
5. After driving her mother to an assisted-living facility, why does Barbara Havers return to Acton?
6. In Chapter 3, why is Helen Clyde staying at her sister's house?
7. As Glyn is picking out Elena's coffin, what does she realize?
8. According to Chapter 7, what does Pen feel oppressed by?
9. As Barbara Havers is introduced in the story, what decision is Barbara contemplating?
10. When Lynley goes to investigate the Seymour Street address he found, where had Lynley found the address?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
George uses this story to examine the role that truth plays in our daily lives. Examine the author's beliefs through her storytelling. Why would the author choose this story to overlay his demonstration of the consequences realized when the truth is distorted or hidden? What did you learn from the author's discussion on truth? What other avenues, if any, could the author have used to express her beliefs? Would those avenues have been as effective as the story?
Essay Topic 2
Elena Weaver seems to be a woman who was supremely confident in her ability to come out on top. Identify at least three instances from the story that highlight her confidence. How was Elena helped by her utter confidence? How was Elena hurt by her confidence?
Essay Topic 3
The theme of loyalty is evident throughout the novel. Adam Jenn's loyalties, for instance, lie with himself, his professor, and Elena. Discuss how the theme of loyalty is portrayed through the eyes of Adam Jenn, Anthony Weaver, Sarah Gordon, and Barbara Havers.
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