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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who did Waddell murder?
(a) A young unknown girl.
(b) Pete Marino.
(c) Dr. Scarpetta.
(d) Robyn Naismith.

2. What does Scarpetta think of the lack of abrasions on Heath's wrists?
(a) The tape was very loose.
(b) Someone other than the killer put tape on his wrists.
(c) He was bound after he was shot.
(d) He was definitely not killed by Waddell.

3. What does Scarpetta find on Eddie Heath's wrists during his autopsy?
(a) Rope.
(b) Tape residue.
(c) Marker marks.
(d) Chewing gum.

4. What does Scarpetta find on her computer after Susan has gone there to lie down?
(a) Incriminating pictures.
(b) Drugs.
(c) A resignation letter.
(d) A file she did not create.

5. What suggests that Waddell hasn't eaten in a few days?
(a) His hair is falling out.
(b) His skin is unusually dry.
(c) His tubular stomach.
(d) His skin is unusually moist.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Ronnie Joe Waddell executed?

2. What is Scarpetta's opinion of Heath's killer?

3. "Cruel and Unusual" is which number in the Scarpetta series?

4. What first signals to Scarpetta that Jennifer's death may not be what it seems?

5. What is Lucy's area of expertise?

(see the answer key)

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