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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. Brunetti learns that Trevisan was most likely connected with which organization?

2. Brunetti asks numerous questions of the character regarding which man?

3. The woman reveals to Brunetti that she has been working in the area since which month?

4. Who calls Brunetti at the office with upsetting news?

5. What led to Brunetti's suspicions about the origin of the item?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Brunetti think of the pimp? How does Brunetti characterize Franco?

2. What is della Corte's take on the pimp? What is his plan?

3. How does Brunetti switch tactics when the pimp refuses to cooperate?

4. What does the prostitute tell Brunetti?

5. How does Ceroni answer Brunetti's question? Is she linked with Favero? If so, how?

6. What does Brunetti expect when questioning the pimp

7. What does Brunetti add about terrorism and how it might affect the pimp?

8. How does Brunetti know the Chief Justice? What is the connection between the two men?

9. What is the Chief Justice's opinion of Ubaldo Lotto?

10. What are the first questions Brunetti asks the prostitute?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

Because the snuff film was made in Bosnia and the truck and women came from Romania, Brunetti and the other police will most likely have to deal with the international police, often known as Interpol. Research and describe Interpol, its purpose and methods. Compare and contrast it to the police forces in Italy and the United States. What is the main difference? Do police work alongside Interpol or does Interpol take over the case? What do you think Brunetti's opinion is regarding working with Interpol? What would be the best way for the agencies to communicate and cooperate?

Essay Topic 3

Brunetti meets with the Chief Justice with the hopes of getting inside information on Trevisan, Favero, Lotto, and the cartel in general. Discuss Brunetti's relationship with the judge. Why would the judge be inclined to help the police? Why would the judge be a better source of information than a neighbor of the victim or someone in Trevisan's law practice? Do you think it was difficult for the judge to see Brunetti? How might other favors and political connections play into solving various murder cases? Use examples.

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