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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. Santore plans to take a trip to which major city?

2. Paola introduces Brunetti to which character?

3. What is the woman's profession?

4. The net worth of the estate is calculated using which currency?

5. What is the name of the type of boat seen all throughout Venice?

Short Essay Questions

1. What information does Brunetti receive when he asks the Signora about Wellauer's will?

2. What was Santore's opinion of Wellauer? What was Wellauer's response to Santore?

3. Brunetti becomes fascinated with one element in Lynch's apartment. What is it and why is Brunetti intrigued by its presence?

4. Paola introduces Brunetti to which one of her old college friends? What is the purpose of the introduction?

5. Why does Brunetti want to go to the Faliers' house for a party?

6. Brunetti learns some background information on Wellauer's life. List at least two important facts learned about Wellauer.

7. What is the final piece of information given to Brunetti by Dami?

8. Commissario Guido Brunetti is called to investigate a homicide. Who is the victim and how is the crime committed?

9. Discuss the scene in which Brunetti meets Santore. What information is gained about Santore?

10. What is the first sign that something is amiss at La Fenice?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a 500 word essay on the following topic: Examine the sense of place used by Leon. Describe the locations mentioned in the book and how the story would suffer if the author would move it to a different location. What is the influence of old Europe in the story? How does the structure and culture of Venice play into the characters' thoughts and behavior? In what ways are the Venetians more traditional than people in the United States? Give examples.

Essay Topic 2

Write an in-depth critical analysis of "Death at La Fenice." Include the plot structure, characterization, symbolism, etc. Be sure to include subplots and potential political statements made throughout the story.

Essay Topic 3

Flavia Petrelli tells Brunetti that her children are living in Munich with her grandparents. Discuss the reasons for the children being away from their parents. Who made the decision to send the children to Munich? Why? What is Flavia's cover story? Do you believe it is true? What other reasons might there be for the children to live in another country? How do you think Flavia's grandparents feel about the situation? What is the opinion of Flavia's ex-husband? Explain.

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