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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. What was the purpose of Sarah's phone call to Bendrix?
(a) She wanted to ask him why he and Henry were talking about her.
(b) She wanted to invite him to lunch.
(c) She wanted to talk about Henry.
(d) She wanted to talk with him about their affair.

2. Who does Bendrix see Sarah kissing when he and Henry return from their walk?
(a) Her lover.
(b) Mr. Savage.
(c) One of Henry's co-workers.
(d) Henry.

3. What event does Bendrix first look for in Sarah's diary?
(a) The first time they had sex.
(b) The day they met.
(c) Their first date.
(d) The end of their affair.

4. Why does Henry go downstairs when he is sick?
(a) He wants to speak to Sarah.
(b) He wants to get a hot water bottle.
(c) He is fixing himself lunch.
(d) He knows Bendrix will be there.

5. What does Bendrix see in the newspaper that sparks his desire for Sarah?
(a) An article about adultery.
(b) A picture of Sarah alone at a movie premiere.
(c) A picture of Henry and her at a movie premiere.
(d) An article about Henry's job promotion.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Bendrix turn to the end of Sarah's diary first?

2. What does Parkis suggest Bendrix pose as when he visits Mr. Smythe?

3. What does Parkis tell Bendrix the Miles' maid was unable to collect for him?

4. Where does Parkis say Sarah went after having lunch with Bendrix?

5. How does Sarah expect Bendrix to react when she arrives late to meet him one afternoon?

Short Essay Questions

1. What exchange do Parkis and Henry have after Sarah's death?

2. Why is Bendrix reminded "this is what hope feels like" after talking with Sarah on the phone?

3. How does Father Crompton act towards Bendrix?

4. What is ironic about Parkis' son's name?

5. Why is Bendrix desperate for Parkis to leave once he has Sarah's diary?

6. Why does Bendrix decide to invite Henry to lunch?

7. Describe Mr. Savage

8. What happens to Bendrix after Sarah breaks off their affair?

9. What is disturbing to Sarah about the dream she has?

10. What is unusual about Richard Smythe's appearance?

(see the answer keys)

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