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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. As Chapter 9 begins, where do Anthony and Glyn Weaver go?
2. How old is Glyn when she picks out Elena's coffin?
3. Where does Barbara Havers live?
4. Who had escorted Elena to a Christmas Ball?
5. When Lynley visits Helen at Pen's home, where do Helen and Lynley make plans to go the next night
Short Essay Questions
1. As Barbara Havers is introduced in the story, what decision is Barbara contemplating?
2. What does Lynley learn during his initial meeting with Terrence Cuff?
3. In Chapter 3, why is Helen Clyde staying at her sister's house?
4. Why is Lynley suspicious of Sarah Gordon even though her alibi checked out?
5. According to the New Scotland Yard's Superintendent, who contacts the New Scotland Yard to request assistance in the investigation into Elena's murder?
6. In Chapter 7 when Harry Rodger returns home, why does he leave for Cambridge shortly after arriving home?
7. As the story opens and Elena is running, why is she running alone?
8. After driving her mother to an assisted-living facility, why does Barbara Havers return to Acton?
9. What is a Ceephone?
10. When did Sarah Gordon and Elena Weaver first meet?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
There is no doubt that Gareth Randolph is greatly affected by the death of Elena. Discuss how Elena's death and the events thereafter affect Gareth's worldview. How do Gareth's experiences affect his mental state, his ability to trust, and his willingness to help Lynley?
Essay Topic 2
While assisting Lynley in the investigation into Elena's murder, Barbara Havers is also dealing with the situation surrounding her mother. Describe the situation that Barbara Havers is dealing with at home, how the situation affects her work, and how the situation affects her worldview. What does Barbara learn from her partner that helps her deal with her home situation?
Essay Topic 3
The author uses several different literary techniques as the story is told in regard to the story's flow. Describe the techniques of both flashbacks and foreshadowing. How are each of these techniques used in the story? Why might the author have chosen to use both of these techniques in the story? Was the story enhanced by the use of these two techniques?
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