1. What opinion does Gwen have about the trial for her ex-husband Laurence's murder?
(a) She thinks Nikki was guilty but should have served less time.
(b) She thinks it was a joke.
(c) She thinks it was a fair trial and that justice was served.
(d) She thinks Nikki should have served a life sentence.

2. Which phrase best describes the Santa Teresa detective who is Kinsey's contact?
(a) Unkempt, with a pouchy face and a comb-over.
(b) A sharp dresser with a sharp attitude.
(c) Young, energetic, and talkative.
(d) Quiet, dignified, and elderly.

3. What does Kinsey say is a negative about using poison as a murder weapon?
(a) The killer has to make sure only the victim takes it.
(b) Poison is not as exciting as guns or knives.
(c) It's difficult to tamper with someone's medication.
(d) The killer isn't always there when the victim dies.

4. What condition does Kinsey put on Nikki's request to investigate the crime?
(a) She will investigate this old case only if new evidence can be found.
(b) She demands $4000 up front.
(c) She asks for any items Nikki has that belonged to Laurence.
(d) She says that Nikki must not question how Kinsey will proceed.

5. Nikki served time for this crime. How long was she in jail?
(a) Eight months.
(b) Two years
(c) Eight years.
(d) Four years.

Short Answer Questions

1. Soon after leaving her interview with Nikki, Kinsey returns to her surveillance of the insurance fraudster. What does she notice has changed at the woman's apartment?

2. What was the evidence against Nikki that helped convict her?

3. After looking at the files on the Laurence Fife case, Kinsey is no longer convinced Nikki is necessarily guilty. What is the detective's reaction?

4. In Chapter 3, what is Nikki's opinion of Sharon Napier?

5. At their meeting at Nikki's former home, what does Nikki tell Kinsey about Charlie Scorsoni?

(see the answer key)

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