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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. Where is Mr. Nirdlinger's class reunion to be held?
(a) San Diego
(b) Los Angeles
(c) Palo Alto
(d) San Jose
2. For what characteristic is Walter known?
(a) Golf game
(b) Sense of humor
(c) Bright red hair
(d) Compulsive behavior
3. What has Walter done that Keyes looks favorably on him?
(a) Helped him move to a new house last month
(b) Donates blood every three months
(c) Clipped a note to a potential problem application
(d) Volunteers at the hospital every week
4. What does Phyllis ask Walter about?
(a) Her will
(b) Accident insurance
(c) A medical procedure
(d) A tax return
5. What does Lola want from Walter?
(a) A loan for Mr. Sachetti's schooling
(b) A car
(c) A ride home from school
(d) A diamond bracelet
Short Answer Questions
1. What does Walter do at 4:00 on the day of Mr. Nirdlinger's scheduled departure?
2. What does Walter use to break Mr. Nirdlinger's neck?
3. What is Phyllis' demeanor during this time?
4. What does Phyllis use to get her way?
5. What obstacle do Walter and Phyllis encounter on the train?
Short Essay Questions
1. What is Walter's state of mind immediately after the murder and what mistake does he preempt?
2. What are the circumstances leading up to Walter and Phyllis agreeing to kill Mr. Nirdlinger?
3. What favor does Lola ask of Walter on behalf of her boyfriend?
4. Why does Walter call his office that night looking for a rate book?
5. How does Walter answer Phyllis regarding accident policies?
6. Who is Keyes?
7. From what point of view is this story told?
8. What is Walter's second main concern related to the murder?
9. What activities does Walter follow to begin to set up his alibi on the day the murder is to take place?
10. What is the biggest logistical problem Walter and Phyllis face regarding the murder?
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