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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 consumed at Freda's funeral ceremony?

2. What has Freda prepared to take on the outing?

3. Who does Patrick think the Italian men will blame for Freda's death?

4. What is the only insult Brenda can summon to throw at Freda?

5. What is Brenda reminded of as she fights with Freda?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who finally admits to killing Freda and how do the others respond?

2. What is the nature of the argument between Rossi and Vittorio?

3. What is the mood between Vittorio and Freda today?

4. What is the distressing situation regarding the van for the outing?

5. What information does Rossi give Brenda regarding Freda's manipulative behavior in the days prior to her death?

6. What important news does Vittorio give Freda when they find a few moments alone on the castle grounds?

7. How does the group immediately respond to Freda's death?

8. How is Rossi's day at the castle colored with a tinge of resentment toward Mr. Paganotti?

9. Who are the uniformed men in the park and what is their job?

10. What do the men in the other car assume about Freda since they don't yet know she is dead?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the overall setting for the story. Why does Bainbridge use the settings she does? What is the time period of the story? How important is the time period to the attitudes and issues of the characters?

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Brenda. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates her--if anything--at this point in her life?

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