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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 Qwilleran hear on the tape he found?

2. What mystery is solved after Qwilleran and Mary find the secret space?

3. Who was the only one who had read Andy's novel?

4. Where do Qwilleran and Ben go on a late night "scrounge."?

5. When someone comes in asking for horse braces, what are they really looking for?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Qwilleran find in Nicolas's apartment after he has a meal with him?

2. What arrangement does Qwilleran make with Ben Nicolas?

3. Why does Qwilleran finally get around to hanging the Mackintosh coat of arms, and who comes to help him do it?

4. What is interesting about the pattern of the sole of Russell Patch's boots?

5. Why does Qwilleran leash Koko and take him of a tour of the Cobb building?

6. what does Qwilleran eventually learn about how Russell Patch has the money to buy all his expensive equipment?

7. What information does Mrs. McGuffey give Qwilleran that might possibly prove to be a motive for Andy's murder?

8. What arrangement does Qwilleran make with Mary?

9. What information does Mrs. McGuffey give Qwilleran about the Cobb house?

10. Why does Mary seem much happier when Qwilleran sees her after C. C.'s murder?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In two or more type written double spaced pages, write an essay on "Why I Like [or Don't Like] Mystery Novels". This is an opinion piece. It calls for you to give detailed reasons for your choice. It raises questions about the literary value of a mystery novel that you should express your opinion on. Your essay will be evaluated on the strength of your arguments and the way you express them.

Essay Topic 2

In two or more type written double spaced pages, write an essay on "The Most Interesting Characters in the Novel". Select the three characters who intrigued you the most and discuss why they are so interesting to you. It is permissible to name the cats if they are among your most interesting characters. However, give full answers for each of the characters you choose.

Essay Topic 3

In two or more type written double spaced pages, write an essay on "Double Standards of Morality". Using Glanz as an example, discuss his double standards from an apparent high moral ground to clandestine sexual affairs, concealing ill-gotten money, and passing moral judgments on others.

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