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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Graham says that Goodwin's case should take no longer than _______________.
(a) 2-3 weeks.
(b) 7 days.
(c) 2-3 days.
(d) 7 hours.

2. What is Goodwin's position on his case?
(a) He wants sentenced as soon as possible.
(b) He has pled guilty.
(c) He wants to make a deal.
(d) He wants a new lawyer.

3. Why does the doctor at first refuse to come when Reba calls?
(a) He won't go to a whorehouse.
(b) He is ill.
(c) He doesn't work on Sundays.
(d) He is out of town.

4. Which of the following has Narcissa NOT managed to save during the story?
(a) Her reputation.
(b) Benbow's marriage.
(c) Temple.
(d) Benbow's career.

5. Why does Ruby want to walk down the street to the hotel by herself?
(a) So she can stop in a bar.
(b) So she can do some window shopping.
(c) So she can pick up a guy.
(d) So she won't tarnish Benbow's reputation.

Short Answer Questions

1. Belle asks Benbow for _________________.

2. Popeye takes Temple to a bar that has _______________.

3. Who owns the business in #95?

4. Who is Snopes' traveling companion?

5. Narcissa claims that Benbow is not the best ___________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Benbow learn about Temple and Popeye's location just prior to the trial?

2. What decision does Benbow make regarding his personal life?

3. How does Benbow show that he is a compassionate man?

4. Why does Narcissa continue to insert herself into Benbow's life?

5. Where does Popeye take Temple in Memphis?

6. How does Temple show that she is shutting herself off from her situation?

7. How does Faulkner finally indicate who was murdered?

8. Who is Eustace Graham?

9. How does Benbow meet Senator Snopes and what information does he give Benbow regarding Temple?

10. How does Benbow continue to show his compassion for Ruby and Goodwin?

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