The Blind Assassin | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Chapter 1

1. Who is the narrator of the novel?

Iris Chase Griffen.

2. How does Laura Chase die?

She drives off a bridge.

3. Which character is reputed to have authored 'The Blind Assassin'?

Laura Chase.

4. Which character was said to "always be there" for the Chase sisters?

Reenie.

5. Soon after which war did Laura die?

World War II.

6. In the prologue to the novel within the novel, the main character looks at a picture. What is at the center of this picture?

A couple.

7. In the prologue to the novel within the novel, the main character looks at a picture. What object is depicted on this picture on one side?

A hand.

8. In what year does Laura die?

1945.

9. What color are the gloves Laura is wearing on the day of her death?

White.

10. Where does the protagonist of...
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