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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. After visiting with the Master of St. Stephen's College, whom does Lynley visit next?
(a) Anthony Weaver.
(b) Gareth Randolph.
(c) Randie Webberly.
(d) Adam Jenn.

2. Who runs Hawthorn Lodge?
(a) Mrs. Jean.
(b) Mrs. Flo.
(c) Miss Emma.
(d) Miss Cindy.

3. What time does Lynley arrive in Cambridge the day after Elena's death?
(a) 12:30 P.M.
(b) 5:30 P.M.
(c) 10:30 A.M.
(d) 7:30 A.M.

4. When Detective Lynley first arrives in Cambridge, whom does he visit?
(a) Penelope Rodger.
(b) Terrence Cuff.
(c) Justine Weaver.
(d) Helen Clyde.

5. When Lynley goes to Elena's room to look for clues, who accompanies Lynley?
(a) Randie Webberly.
(b) Barbara Havers.
(c) Samuel Sheehan.
(d) Anthony Weaver.

Short Answer Questions

1. While at the police station, what does Glyn Weaver demand?

2. As Lynley and his companion discuss the Gordon interview over lunch, where are they eating?

3. When meeting with Lynley, how does Randie Webberly characterize Elena?

4. When Lynley goes to Elena's room to look for clues, what does Lynley realize Elena had been fond of?

5. What is Helen Clyde's title?

Short Essay Questions

1. During his meeting with Lynley, what is the Master of St. Stephen's College reluctant to speculate on with Lynley?

2. As the story opens, one of the characters has decided to take up drawing and painting again. Why?

3. When did Sarah Gordon and Elena Weaver first meet?

4. As Barbara Havers is introduced in the story, what decision is Barbara contemplating?

5. How would life change if Anthony Weaver is awarded the Penford Chair?

6. After driving her mother to an assisted-living facility, why does Barbara Havers return to Acton?

7. According to Chapter 2, why is Daniel Sheehan edgy about investigating Elena's murder?

8. What does Lynley learn during his initial meeting with Terrence Cuff?

9. What did Anthony Weaver's assistant tell Lynley about the night before Elena was killed?

10. According to the New Scotland Yard's Superintendent, who contacts the New Scotland Yard to request assistance in the investigation into Elena's murder?

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