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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. Where does Hazel Marie go in chapter 1?

2. What does Julia advise her friend to do once she realizes both of them have had jewelry stolen?

3. Which guest from the party is accused of stealing Julia's rings?

4. On Lillian's advice, what does Julia plan to do to Sam once he returns?

5. What does Julia secretly place near her bed after returning from the movie theater?

Short Essay Questions

1. What information does Detective Bates reveal to Julia during his visit to her house?

2. What do Julia and Lillian discover in Hazel Marie's room?

3. Why do Julia and Frank argue about going to the "cop bar"?

4. Describe the preparations Julia makes for her trip.

5. Once in Florida, how does Julia find Frank Tuttle?

6. What does Lillian suggest that Julia do to cheer herself up?

7. Why does Julia take the motel room's only chair and leave Frank in the bed?

8. How does Frank Tuttle react upon awaking in a strange motel room?

9. Where does Julia take Frank Tuttle after leaving the bar?

10. Why does Julia make Frank ride in the back seat of the car on the way to the airport?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

After complaining about all the inconveniences she has experienced on the trip, why might Julia suddenly offer to sleep in the chair and leave the inebriated Tuttle on the bed? Frank is merely Julia's new employee. What reasons might Julia have for remaining with Frank Tuttle and sobering him up? What does this unusual action say about Julia's attitude and behavior?

Essay Topic 2

In her quest to recover her jewelry, Julia adopts the philosophy that "the ends justify the means." What does Julia mean by this statement? Does she appear embarrassed or ashamed of any of her actions or decisions? How does she justify her actions and decisions?

Essay Topic 3

After showing great boldness and opinion earlier at the mall, why might Julia fear being in her own house at night? What could explain such a contrast in her emotions? What might be the cause of Julia's secret fears?

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