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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What simile does Gus use to describe Nathan's reaction to Ariel's death?
(a) Like a knife in the back.
(b) Like a thorn in a rose.
(c) Like a punch in the face.
(d) Like a stranger in the night.

2. What reason do Julia and Axel give for cutting themselves off from the Drums as of late?
(a) They have been out of town researching colleges for Karl.
(b) Julia has had enough of Ruth's attitude.
(c) Their lawyer advised them not to speak to anyone.
(d) Their focus has been on protecting Karl and helping him through his grief.

3. How long does Emil's and Ruth's performance of Ariel's chorale composition last?
(a) 48 minutes.
(b) 6 minutes.
(c) 30 minutes.
(d) 12 minutes.

4. Who is the only person able to console Ruth during her wait for information about Ariel?
(a) Jake.
(b) Emil.
(c) Lise.
(d) Nathan.

5. What is the spot of red that Frank observes in the river after Jake points it out?
(a) Ariel's auburn hair.
(b) A colored beer bottle.
(c) A bloody dress.
(d) A plastic bag full of strawberries.

6. Where are Morris Engdahl and his girlfriend when they are finally located by the police?
(a) In an abandoned building near the quarry.
(b) In a motel in Sioux Falls.
(c) In a psychiatric hospital in Mankato.
(d) In Morris' brother's college dormitory in a nearby town.

7. What advice does Gus give to Frank and Jake when they ask for his help?
(a) Gus tells them to forget about it and focus on Ariel's funeral.
(b) Gus tells them to slash Officer Doyle's tires.
(c) Gus tells them to make a list of the gossipers and he will take care of them later.
(d) Gus tells them to tell the whole story to Nathan.

8. After Frank, Jake, and Warren Redstone hear sirens and Frank yells, "Here! He's here!" (168), what does Warren Redstone say to Frank before running away?
(a) "You've just killed me, white boy."
(b) "Thanks a lot, Snitch."
(c) "I wouldn't have expected this from you."
(d) "I forgive you for your actions today."

9. When Warren Redstone asks Frank where his can of belongings is, what is Frank's reply?
(a) Frank says he has no idea.
(b) Frank says the police have the metal can.
(c) Frank says that Danny has it.
(d) Frank says he threw it in the river.

10. What does Warren Redstone have in his possession that causes the police to suspect his involvement with Ariel's disappearance?
(a) Her music note earrings.
(b) Her pearl bracelet.
(c) Her diamond ring.
(d) Her locket necklace.

11. Why are Frank and Jake unable to play with Danny when they go to find him at the O'Keefes' house?
(a) He has gone to stay with relatives.
(b) His mother is afraid he will be attacked if he goes outside.
(c) He is too sad to get out of bed.
(d) He is ill.

12. Which, if any, church service does Nathan insist on leading himself the Sunday following Ariel's death?
(a) He does not lead a church service that day.
(b) The Fosburg service.
(c) The New Bremen service.
(d) The Cadbury service.

13. Besides wanting to play, what is the true reason for Frank's and Jake's visit to see Danny?
(a) They want to ask Danny questions about Warren Redstone.
(b) They want to tell Danny to beware of Warren Redstone.
(c) They want to make sure Danny is unharmed.
(d) They want Danny to know that they still honor their friendship with him.

14. Who is the only family member present when the sheriff and his people pull Ariel's dead body from the river?
(a) Jake.
(b) Frank.
(c) Nathan.
(d) Ruth.

15. What happens just before Ruth stands up from the kitchen table and announces she is leaving the family to go to her father's house to stay for a while?
(a) Nathan asks for salt.
(b) Franks asks for orange juice.
(c) Gus asks for ketchup.
(d) Jake asks for maple syrup.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Warren Redstone's explanation for his possession of Ariel's piece of jewelry?

2. Where do Frank and Jake get the money to buy food and games at the celebration?

3. Why does Frank feel concerned about his father's ability to give his next sermon?

4. What is Nathan's reaction when Gus asks if Nathan would like some company after Ruth has left in anger over his choice of reading material?

5. What evidence of Warren Redstone's guilt do the police find when they search the O'Keefes' basement where he has been staying?

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