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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. Why is Walter nervous with Lola in the room?

2. Why does Walter say they cannot disable Mr. Nirdlinger's car for the accident?

3. What is Phyllis wearing when she first talks to Walter?

4. What is Phyllis' ulterior motive for having Lola in the room?

5. What happens after Walter hangs up the phone?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Walter start to panic after he jumps off the train?

2. What is Walter's response to Phyllis' request for an accident policty on her husband?

3. What is the next step in Walter and Phyllis' plan after the murder?

4. What do Walter and Phyllis do to make sure Walter is not inspected too closely by anyone at the train station?

5. What do Walter and Phyllis do with Mr. Nirdlinger's body?

6. How does Walter answer Phyllis regarding accident policies?

7. Who is Mr. Sachetti?

8. What metaphor does Phyllis use to describe herself?

9. How does the author use foreshadowing in this chapter?

10. What is the biggest logistical problem Walter and Phyllis face regarding the murder?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author provides no real history or personal information on Walter. reate a personal history, bio and a glimpse into Walter's lifestyle at the time he met Phyllis.

Essay Topic 2

Walter and Phyllis spend most of their time avoiding being caught for their crime. Do you think they ever felt remorse for what they did? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

This story is built on a thread of tension for dramatic effect. Cite three examples from the book in which the author puts the characters in almost unbearably tense situations.

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