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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. What item led Brunetti to his next viable suspect in the Favero case?

2. Brunetti is disgusted by Franca's actions in what position?

3. What kind of business does the most recent suspect operate?

4. What is one of the benefits that the men have in regards to being undercover?

5. What was Ceroni's former profession?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the logical conclusion that could be drawn regarding Martucci's motives to kill Trevisan?

2. The prostitute re-enters the story. Where does Brunetti meet her? For what purpose?

3. Who is the next murder victim? Where is the body found? What was the cause of death?

4. What does Brunetti learn about Trevisan's law practice? What went wrong?

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

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

7. What action does Brunetti take before questioning the next suspect?

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

9. What option does Brunetti intend to offer to the prostitute as a measure of helping the woman out of a difficult situation?

10. Brunetti played a long shot that turned out to be a good lead. What was it?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Brunetti often shares his work with his wife, Paola Falier. What kind of influence does Paola have on Brunetti regarding his work? Is it appropriate for Paola to know about the cases? What kind of input might she have? How was Paola involved in this case? What kind of advice might she have given to Brunetti? What might be something Paola would do that would be over the line in regards to police work?

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