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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. Who faints after the recording?

2. What did the text say that hung in Emily's nursery when she was a child?

3. What book is Emily Brent reading?

4. What weapon was used to kill the General?

5. Where is the man from who talked to Blore on the train?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Dr. Armstrong's recollection of the accusation against him?

2. What does Mrs. Rogers look like?

3. What are some habits in others that annoy Emily Brent?

4. What is the conflict between Vera and Emily concerning Lombard's crime?

5. How does Lombard explain the accusation against him?

6. Why does Vera feel lucky about her job on Indian Island?

7. How does Armstrong believe Rogers killed his employer?

8. Why does General Macarthur think that the motorboat is not coming?

9. What does Lombard think about the villagers in Sticklehaven?

10. Why was Lombard invited to the island?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Wargrave sees himself as the ultimate arbiter of justice. Describe his character. Does he feel guilt for his actions? Explain your answers using examples from the text.

Essay Topic 2

How does Christie exploit the class or social system that the characters are a part of? How do the characters' social roles affect the plot?

Essay Topic 3

How does this story compare and contrast to a "typical" piece of mystery/detective fiction? What elements does Christie use to "trick" the reader?

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