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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. In Chapter 21, Zhang thinks that Chen __________ him.

2. What unusual things do Guan's coworkers say she started doing prior to her death?

3. What selfish reason does Wang give for wanting to move?

4. What is Chen throwing when he is first introduced in the book?

5. Who is Lai Guojun?

Short Essay Questions

1. What surprising news does Wang announce to Chen during their dinner date in Chapter 18?

2. Who is Peiqin, and what are her thoughts on the the case?

3. What does Chen find when he returns to Guan's dormitory for the third time?

4. What personal information does Dr. Xia's more detailed report in Chapter 5 reveal about the body found in the canal?

5. What good news does Wang call Chen with at the beginning of Chapter 5?

6. When Chen returns to Guan's room to examine her photos, what does he notice?

7. Who is Bao Guozhang, and how does he help Chen?

8. What is the murder victim's name, and why is it significant?

9. What happens with Chen and Yu confront Wu in his home in Chapter 20?

10. What does Lu ask Chen for at the housewarming party, and what does Chen's response suggest about their relationship?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Reflect on the title, "Death of a Red Heroine". Where does it come from? Why might the author have selected this title? Do you feel it is the most appropriate title for this story? Would you chose a different title?

Essay Topic 2

Define 'villian' and determine who is the villain of "Death of a Red Heroine". What characteristics of this character earn him or her the title of 'villain'?

Essay Topic 3

Setting is a fundamental component of fiction. Describe the setting of "Death of a Red Heroine" and how it impacted the characters and plot. Be sure to address the time, place, and social environment.

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