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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. Which of the following is not done by Mollie when she enters the house?

2. Who makes rude comments about Christopher?

3. Giles and Mollie live near a:

4. What was the last name of the foster children?

5. What is Christopher's profession?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Christopher Wren so upset when it is suggested that he might be the oldest Corrigan child? What is Wren's confession to Mollie?

2. What does Mollie intends to serve for dinner? What is Giles' response to the menu?

3. Monkswell Manor is a guest house operated by Giles and Mollie Ralston. Explain the exterior of the building.

4. Who are the Corrigans and how do they related to the story?

5. What is Mrs. Lyon's alleged connection to Monkswell Manor?

6. What causes the argument over the radio?

7. Trotter finally manages to get some information from Miss Casewell. How long has Miss Casewell been in England? Where was she staying before she returned to the United Kingdom?

8. Why does Detective Sergeant Trotter believe that someone at the manor may be in danger?

9. What are the names of the guests and their corresponding room assignments?

10. Why did Georgie Corrigan assume the role of a police officer? Why not simply visit Monkswell Manor and kill Mrs. Boyle and Mollie?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When police discover the body of Maureen Lyon there is no way to know that the body would be connected to such a convoluted tale. What is the true identity of Mrs. Lyon? Why is Mrs. Lyon connected to Monkswell Manor? How do the police uncover the connection? What can be done about the ties between Monkswell Manor and the victim?

Essay Topic 2

The tune to "Three Blind Mice" is used throughout the story. What references are connected to the tune? Why is the tune so upsetting to Mollie? Why is it so well liked by Paravicini and Wren? What is your opinion of the tune? Of the rhyme? Is the tune/rhyme appropriate for the play?

Essay Topic 3

Mr. Paravicini ended up at Monkswell Manor after his Rolls Royce overturned in a snowdrift. Where was Paravicini going? What is the reason for the trip? What is Trotter's opinion of Paravicini's explanation? Do you agree or disagree with Trotter's opinion of Paravicini and his activities?

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