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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. Who often consults with the police?

2. Who will be involved in the latest murder case?

3. Why does the cop get arrested?

4. Who has been doing unauthorized detective work?

5. What is the initial setting in Chapter 1 of Donna Leon's DEATH AND JUDGMENT?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Who is the next victim in the story? Where is the body found? Prominent accountant Rino Favero, the second victim, is found dead in his garage.

3. 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?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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 3

Chiara Brunetti is the 14-year-old daughter of Guido Brunetti and Paola Falier. Chiara and her father are very close; often play-acting although it annoys Paola. Examine Chiara's relationship with her father. How does the girl feel about having a professoressa as a mother and the commissario of police as a father? How does Brunetti's work affect Chiara? What type of decisions might Chiara make due to her father's profession? Do you think the relationship would cause Chiara to go into law enforcement or to rebel? Explain.

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