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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. Spying that way can be equated to:

2. Brunetti is told to take care because the family is:

3. Where was the body of the man found?

4. The police have a plan to investigate the murder. What is the first step in executing the plan?

5. What is the Italian term used as the title for attorney?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to the truck and the victims after the scene is cleared by the police?

2. What happened after the police were called? What was the response by officials?

3. How does Paola react to Chiara's news? What does Paola try to explain to Chiara?

4. What is the plan between Brunetti and Vianello regarding Pinetta's? What is decided? How does the plan turn out?

5. Describe the people found at the scene at the accident. What questions are asked? What is the determination of the accident victims?

6. Explain the scene involving the truck in as much detail as possible. Include the location, the speed of the vehicle and where the truck came from in the first place.

7. What did a bystander have to say about the presence of the women at the scene? What made the bystanders change their minds about the women?

8. What is the first scene in the book? What time of year is it? Why are the scene and the weather important to the rest of the story?

9. What is Chiara's opinion about her new role in the case? How does she hope her parents will react to the news?

10. What is another connection between Trevisan and Favero?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the story, Brunetti was presented with various leads that might help to solve the case. There are also leads that could distract Brunetti and lead him on a wild goose chase. Discuss how Brunetti could tell a valuable lead from one that may not turn out to be anything important. Does one get precedence in the investigation? If so, how do the police decide? Do you think that the clues Brunetti chose to follow were the best ones? How might you have handled the case?

Essay Topic 2

The prostitutes often have little or no choice when it comes to their own freedom. Brunetti attempted to help the prostitute from the bar by having her talk to Elletra. Examine what might be done to help the woman get back on her feet and off the streets. What kind of help might Elletra offer? What options does the woman have in regards to ending her life of prostitution? Do you think she will stay in Italy? Would it be wise to return to her own country or make a new start in Italy? What kind of programs are available in your area to help people that have fallen on hard times and wish to start anew?

Essay Topic 3

Brunetti had a difficult time when interviewing Franca Trevisan. Although Franca would not always talk, it was clear to Brunetti that she was hiding something. Why did Brunetti suspect Franca? Did Franca do anything illegal? Could Franca be arrested for simply knowing about the crimes? What is your opinion about Franca's treatment of Francesca? Would Franca be able to protect Francesca from the cartel?

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