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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Stone take Allison to dinner that night?

2. Who is Sir Winston's surprise witness?

3. Why does Stendahl want to see Allison convicted of murder?

4. Who does Stone ask to speak to Stendahl for him?

5. Why does Sir Winston say he wants to see Stone?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Stone's life like after the trial and what revelation does he make that now makes sense?

2. Who is the man who shows up at the Shipwright's Arms and what does Stone find notable about him?

3. Describe Jim Forrester's testimony at the trial.

4. Why is Allison packing and what close call does Stone help her avoid?

5. How are Stone and Allison at odds regarding Allison's obligations to Libby's family after Libby's death?

6. What does Sir Leslie gives Stone from Allison, and what does he ask of Stone?

7. What assertions is Stone able to make regarding Paul Manning's health as a possible cause of death and the reason why Stendahl would like to see Allison convicted?

8. Describe Allison's demeanor during her testimony.

9. According to Sir Leslie, what is Sir Winston willing to do in order to get the prime minister's position?

10. What does Stone learn about Libby Manning's mother, and how does he help the woman personally?

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 loss. Identify at least two themes about loss in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of Sir Winston. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him--if anything--at this point in his life?

Essay Topic 3

Suspicion takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.

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