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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the note about the deceased in Chapter 28 apparently say?

2. What is the kind of bottle in question regarding the death of Anne's employer?

3. What does Anne do that proves Poirot's theory?

4. What does Mrs. Lorrimer say about Mr. Shaitana's words?

5. Who does Anne go to have tea with in Chapter 18?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of greed. Identify at least two themes about greed in the book. Then, cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the concept of loneliness as it exhibits in the story. Which of the characters are lonely? Are they all lonely in some way? Explain the loneliness and the methods and attempts to overcome it.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of loss. Identify at least two themes about loss in the book. Then, cite an example to support your answer.

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