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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. When Detective Lynley first arrives in Cambridge, whom does he visit?
(a) Justine Weaver.
(b) Penelope Rodger.
(c) Terrence Cuff.
(d) Helen Clyde.

2. After visiting with the Master of St. Stephen's College, whom does Lynley visit next?
(a) Anthony Weaver.
(b) Gareth Randolph.
(c) Randie Webberly.
(d) Adam Jenn.

3. What time does Lynley arrive in Cambridge the day after Elena's death?
(a) 12:30 P.M.
(b) 10:30 A.M.
(c) 5:30 P.M.
(d) 7:30 A.M.

4. By Chapter 10, who does Havers believe is the prime suspect in Elena's murder?
(a) Randie Webberly.
(b) Lennart Thorsson.
(c) Adam Jenn.
(d) Gareth Randolph.

5. When Havers receives a call about her mother while having tea with Lynley in his rooms, where does Havers depart for?
(a) London.
(b) Chesterford.
(c) Acton.
(d) Cambridge.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the time of Elena's murder, how long has Daniel Sheehan been on the force?

2. As Lynley and his companion discuss the Gordon interview over lunch, what does Lynley's companion accuse him of?

3. When Lynley visits with Randie Webberly, what instrument is Randie playing?

4. After Havers receives a call about her mother and leaves Lynley's room, who does Lynley speak with at his next destination?

5. When Lynley arrives at Ivy Court on his way to Seymour Street, whose name does Lynley see written on one of the front doors?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Lynley reaches the crime scene, what do the local men in the workshop repairing boats believe about the ongoing investigation?

2. According to the New Scotland Yard's Superintendent, who contacts the New Scotland Yard to request assistance in the investigation into Elena's murder?

3. How is Sarah Gordon's alibi confirmed for the day Elena was killed?

4. Why did Anthony Weaver's assistant start working for Weaver?

5. After driving her mother to an assisted-living facility, why does Barbara Havers return to Acton?

6. What is a Ceephone?

7. Why does Glyn want an open casket public viewing of Elena's body?

8. As Glyn is picking out Elena's coffin, what does she realize?

9. When Lynley and his companion stop for lunch in Chapter 8, what does Lynley reveal to his companion about the previous night?

10. How did Elena's difficulties in adjusting to life at Cambridge manifest themselves?

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