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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. What does Vera not notice that she has dropped?

2. Who has whiskey instead of tea?

3. What attribute has Vera always prided herself on?

4. What was Rogers doing when he was killed?

5. What animal is Wargrave said to resemble?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Blore think that Emily might be guilty?

2. What happens to Emily after she writes in her diary?

3. What really happened to Cyril?

4. Describe Blore's appearance.

5. What makes Vera feel relief?

6. What romantic notion inspires the author of the manuscript's method of confession?

7. Who is given the keys to the silver chest?

8. What is the Judge's appearance when he is found dead?

9. How does Rogers ensure that nothing will happen to the figurines?

10. Why does Lombard suspect Wargrave?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Besides the killer, the other "antagonist" in the novel can be seen as people's consciences. Explain how each character's conscience or perception of guilt affects them. Select two or three characters to analyze.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast two or three of main characters in the novel based on the following areas:

- Level of guilt felt about their "crimes"

- Reaction to the events that take place on Indian Island

- Social standing

Essay Topic 3

Explain how Christie develops suspense throughout the novel by using different literary devices including irony, foreshadowing and characterization.

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