2. When Colquitt is attempting to describe Anita to her other dinner party guests before they have met her, what word does Colquitt use to describe Anita?
(a) Loony.
(b) Gorgeous.
(c) Depressed.
(d) Haunted.

3. What is the name of the bartender at the Harralson's party?
(a) James.
(b) Harold.
(c) Mark.
(d) Robert.

4. What does Pie wear to her housewarming party?
(a) An evening gown.
(b) Pajamas.
(c) A business suit.
(d) Jeans and a sorority sweatshirt.

5. How old was Anita when her father and brother died?
(a) Eleven.
(b) Fifteen.
(c) Nine.
(d) Three.

Short Answer Questions

1. What college did Colquitt attend?

2. What pet name does Pie's father call her?

3. What kind of animal does Walter compare Anita to when he first sees her?

4. Who paid for the Harralson's house?

5. What company does Buck work for?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Colquitt react to Claire's blaming the house for Anita's upset at seeing Duck and the Harralsons' tragedy?

2. Why do the Sheehans move to the Kennedys' neighborhood?

3. What is unusual about Pie's behavior in the hospital following her miscarriage?

4. Why are Walter and Colquitt uncomfortable with the way Pie talks about Buddy's co-workers at the firm?

5. Why doesn't Colquitt think they will be punished if they end up burning the haunted house down?

6. Why does the arrival of Duck at the dinner party upset Anita?

7. Why do the Kennedys have Animal Control officers come out and check their neighborhood?

8. How is Kim's design of the Douglas house going in comparison to the work on the Harralson house?

9. Why did Colquitt contact People magazine?

10. How does Pie react to her parents' arrival at the party?

(see the answer keys)

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