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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. What does Bruno say Guy will not be much longer in his letter to Anne?

2. In which city does Guy's old friend Peter work?

3. What two words does the author use to describe the rhythm of the train?

4. What is the name of Miriam's new lover?

5. What does the letter say is wrong with Miriam?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Bruno enraged with Guy in this section?

2. Why does Guy think Miriam is an example of the worst of America?

3. How do Bruno's letters affect Guy in this section?

4. How does Bruno try to persuade Guy to kill his father in chapter 20?

5. What are the main differences between Bruno and Guy?

6. What are Guy's feelings for Miriam when he meets her in this section?

7. What does Bruno reveal about himself in this opening section?

8. Why does the coroner finally decide Guy has nothing to do with Miriam's murder?

9. How does Bruno let Guy know that he has killed Anne?

10. How does Anne react when Guy tells her about the difficulties he is having with Anne?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is Guy's goal in life? How can he reach his goal? What obstacle are in Guy's way and how can he overcome these obstacles?

Essay Topic 2

Identify the main themes of the story. In what way are these themes relevant to the period? How does the author use character and setting to express these themes?

Essay Topic 3

Is it possible to commit the perfect murder? How close were Guy and Bruno to committing the perfect murder?

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