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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. Where were the bodies of Deborah Harvey and Fred Cheney found?

2. Who or what is called Neptune?

3. As the story opens, where is the crime scene investigation taking place?

4. Who does Scarpetta meet at the Globe and Laurel?

5. In the murders of Deborah and Fred, who does Marino think was killed first?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Pat Harvey believe about her daughter's death?

2. Discuss why Scarpetta and Marino feel in Chapter 3 as if they've been "handled" by Benton Wesley.

3. Explain the difference if a cut is found on the top of a hand or on the palms.

4. What does Marino think the killer did to get Fred to go into the woods without resistance?

5. In Chapter 9, what issues does Scarpetta have with the FBI's surveillance of the woods?

6. Describe the appearance of the bodies of Harvey and Cheney at the murder scene.

7. Why does Scarpetta dread having lunch with Pat Harvey?

8. Why does Scarpetta struggle over spending time with Abby Turnbull in Chapter 3?

9. How does Scarpetta's Italian background influence some of her decisions?

10. What is the problem with the cartridge casing Scarpetta finds at the Cheney-Harvey murder scene?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Sometimes a person's greatest strength can also be their downfall. With each of the following characters, describe what you believe was the person's strength and how that same attribute contributed to his or her demise.

Fred Cheney

Steven Spurrier

Pat Harvey

Essay Topic 2

All of the evidence gathered in the search of Steven Spurrier's was considered circumstantial. In fact, there was no conclusive evidence that ever linked Spurrier directly to The Couple Murders. Do you agree or disagree with Scarpetta, Wesley and others that Spurrier was the serial killer? What information from the book would you point to to support your conclusion. Be specific.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the differences and similarities between Pat Harvey and Abby Turnbull. How do these characteristics contribute to the success of each woman? The ultimate demise of each woman? Be sure to offer specific examples from the book to support your response.

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