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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What does Lucy do to pass the time when Scarpetta is at work?
(a) Goes shopping.
(b) Hangs out at the library.
(c) Goes to the gym.
(d) Swims in her pool.

4. What reason is Scarpetta given for the unusual appearance of Waddell's body?
(a) He wouldn't let anyone shave him.
(b) He was dead a few minutes ago.
(c) He had a nose bleed.
(d) He tripped and fell.

5. Whose name does Scarpetta willingly remove as a witness to Eddie Heath's autopsy?
(a) James's.
(b) Marino's.
(c) Pete's.
(d) Susan's.

Short Answer Questions

1. When the novel first opens, who is Scarpetta waiting for in the morgue?

2. What does Scarpetta find on Eddie Heath's wrists during his autopsy?

3. How did Mrs. Clary feel about having Jennifer as a neighbor?

4. How old is Eddie Health?

5. Who does Scarpetta instruct to take Waddell's fingerprints?

(see the answer key)

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