1. 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.

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

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

4. Who is the first murder victim in the story? Where is the man going when he is murdered?

5. How might the deaths tie into the corruption case Brunetti had been working on for months?

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

7. What news does Chiara give to her father? How is the work being done?

8. What does Brunetti find in Favero's possession? Why does the finding puzzle Brunetti?

9. What does the doctor think killed Favero? How much of the substance was present? What does it mean?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Signora Ceroni is a hardened woman who has done everything to bring herself out of the negative place she was in when she first arrived in Italy. As a result, Ceroni has no pity for others that are in the same situation. Examine Ceroni's experience, where she was, her journey while in Italy, and how she came through the difficult times. Also examine how Ceroni's attitude may have helped and/or hindered her in her professional life and choices.

Essay Topic 2

Various districts of the carabinieri are involved in the story, from the police in Tarvisio to Brunetti's Questura in Venice. Examine the use of various police districts and their related offices. What offices and districts were involved? Who is in charge of the entire investigation? Is it difficult to get cooperation from other agencies? How does the connection help or hinder Brunetti's case? What might make it easier for other districts and agencies to work together? What kind of authority would Patta have to help Brunetti and the case?

Essay Topic 3

Brunetti did a favor for the Chief Justice regarding his son. Describe the situation with the son, the problem, how Brunetti got involved, and how the judge related to the entire scenario. Also explore how the incident affected Brunetti's relationship with the judge. What actions were made to help the son? Were the actions effective? Why or why not?

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