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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. Who does Lynley's companion consider to be a stronger suspect than Gordon?
2. As the story opens and Elena is out running, what does Elena trip over that causes her to fall?
3. According to Randie Webberly, whom did she see in Elena's room on several occasions in the evening?
4. When Detective Lynley first arrives in Cambridge, whom does he visit?
5. What is the name of Elena Weaver's mother?
Short Essay Questions
1. How would life change if Anthony Weaver is awarded the Penford Chair?
2. According to the New Scotland Yard's Superintendent, who contacts the New Scotland Yard to request assistance in the investigation into Elena's murder?
3. In Chapter 7 when Harry Rodger returns home, why does he leave for Cambridge shortly after arriving home?
4. When did Sarah Gordon and Elena Weaver first meet?
5. As Glyn is picking out Elena's coffin, what does she realize?
6. As Barbara Havers is introduced in the story, what decision is Barbara contemplating?
7. Why is Lynley suspicious of Sarah Gordon even though her alibi checked out?
8. What does Lynley learn during his initial meeting with Terrence Cuff?
9. According to Terrence Cuff, what is frequented by people living in town but not by university students?
10. What is a Ceephone?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
One of the main themes is this novel involves deceptive appearances.
a. Identify three characters that use deceptive appearances to further their interests.
b. Why do these characters rely on deception?
c. What is the outcome for these characters? Were they successful in their endeavors or would they have been more successful if they had not been deceptive?
Essay Topic 2
Throughout the course of the novel, Anthony Weaver is involved with two quite different women. Compare the relationship Anthony has with Justine to the relationship Anthony has with Glyn. Then, compare these two women. How do these two relationships influence not only Anthony but also the other people in the story?
Essay Topic 3
Elena Weaver seems to be a woman who was supremely confident in her ability to come out on top. Identify at least three instances from the story that highlight her confidence. How was Elena helped by her utter confidence? How was Elena hurt by her confidence?
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