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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 is Mr. Sanchetti's current situation?

2. What does Walter learn about Mr. Sanchetti?

3. How did Mr. Sanchetti get to Griffith Park?

4. How is Nirdlinger's death reported?

5. Who rules the death an accident?

Short Essay Questions

1. What shock does Walter get on his second day at sea?

2. What are the terms of the deal that Keyes presents to Walter?

3. What does Lola tell Walter about Sachetti that makes him suspicious?

4. What is the symbolism of the moon at the end of the story?

5. How does Lola react when Walter advises her about not testifying about Phyllis?

6. What does Phyllis do after the insurance company denies liability for the accident claim?

7. What happens after Walter wakes up in the hospital?

8. What are the preliminary investigative results about the case?

9. What is the news about the murder in the paper the next morning?

10. What do Walter and Phyllis do after they realize that their fate is sealed?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the symbolism of the moon throughout the story? What does it mean for Walter and Lola? What does it ultimately mean for Walter and Phyllis? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Walter is a pretty cold character until he meets Lola. Explain the irony of Walter's falling in love with Lola.

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