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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 the mystery caller contacted by Evenroe have a cryptic conversation with?

2. Who gets off the hook from going to court?

3. Who does not want Mallory to attend Edith's seance?

4. Who will be going on a long cruise according to Mallory?

5. Since Gaynor is dead, who will be most likely convicted of the murder and theft crimes?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is unusual about the puppy at Redwing's feet in the park?

2. When Butler goes to Edith's house, how does he determine changes that help him as clues to the investigation?

3. Why was Redwing never prosecuted prior to the Markowitz case?

4. Why is Mallory warned to stay away from Redwing?

5. When Mallory goes to visit Redwing, what does she notice about Redwing's apartment?

6. How does Mallory act in the investigation that raises alarms for her tendency of being a sociopath?

7. What does Mallory believe will be over when she returns from her trip?

8. What does Redwing insist that Mallory drink and why?

9. How is Mallory's relationship with Butler different from that of other men?

10. What does Edith want from Mallory as she packs for her trip?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Mallory's Oracle is a detective fiction novel. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Coffey's character, comparing and contrasting him with Butler and Riker.

Essay Topic 3

Mallory's personality invokes strong attraction for multiple characters ranging from Butler to Coffey. Why is this so? Whom is she attracted to if anyone? What is it about Mallory's personality that evokes protective instincts in men? What are some of her negative characteristics?

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