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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. Who re-examines Gilly Paulsson's bedroom?

2. Where does Dr. Scarpetta live?

3. What does Marino think he has done to Mrs. Paulsson?

4. What does Lucy find on the kitchen table?

5. How does Henri refer to her attacker?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where does Lucy plant listening devices in Kate's home?

2. Describe the evidence that Junius Eise cannot understand?

3. In chapter twenty-eight what does Scarpetta learn about the death of Ted Whitby?

4. Describe the events that happen at Mrs. Paulsson's house as Marino describes them to Scarpetta.

5. Describe Lucy and Frank Marino's relationship.

6. While interviewing Mrs. Paulsson, what does Dr. Scarpetta learn about Dr. Paulsson?

7. Describe the treasured items that Edgar Allen Pogue moved with.

8. Describe Edgar Allen Pogue's supervisor,Dave, at the Anatomical Division.

9. What are the events that Mrs. Paulsson remembers on the day of Gilly's death?

10. What does Scarpetta notice about Marino in the beginning of chapter twenty-six that lets her know how hard Marino is taking things?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Marino is ashamed to have to explain that he was sexually assaulted by Mrs. Paulsson.

Part 1) Why is it that Marino was so ashamed to show Scarpetta his body?

Part 2) Would Marino have been less ashamed if Scarpetta had been a man or if Marino had not had feelings for Scarpetta.

Essay Topic 2

Look at the family relationships seen in the story. Pick one of the following to write about.

Part 1) Describe what is known about the Paulsson family relationship. Was there any indication that Gilly's parents did or did not love her? Explain.

Part 2) Discuss the relationship between Scarpetta and Lucy. Is it possible that they will be able to reconcile their differences? Explain.

Part 3) Take a closer look at the family relationship between Pogue and his mother. What can be deducted about their relationship given Pogue's inner dialogue with his dead mother? What else can be gathered from Pogue that points to his family connections?

Essay Topic 3

Pick one of the following topics to write about:

Part 1) Mrs. Paulsson goes ahead with her accusations that Marino sexually assaulted her. Write out a short essay about what happens during the investigation and how it effects Marino.

Part 2) Write a short story about Henri's next attempt at getting sympathy from whomever she is taking advantage of.

Part 3) Write a short summary about what happens to Pogue when he goes on trial for the murder of Gilly Paulsson and the other things he has done.

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