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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Syedr object to invoking Breach?
(a) He believes there is nothing Breach can do in this instance.
(b) He believes Breach is overrated.
(c) He believes Breach is made up of failed detectives.
(d) He believes it is an alien power over which they have no control.

2. The victim's parents are upset to learn that, once Breach takes the case, what will happen?
(a) They will not be told about any further developments in the case.
(b) Their daughter will be forgotten.
(c) They will be required to testify before Breach.
(d) The killer will not be punished.

3. Why does Borlú's boss tell him to avoid complicating the case any further?
(a) Because he wants to put Borlú on another case.
(b) Because he has too many cases to handle right now.
(c) Because he believes Breach will soon take control of the case.
(d) Because he does not care about the death of a prostitute.

4. What are dissensi?
(a) Places each city claims as its own.
(b) Places in neither city.
(c) Places in both cities.
(d) Places off limits to each city.

5. Who is Lizbyet Corwi?
(a) Borlú's neighbor.
(b) A young, intelligent constable working with Borlú.
(c) A prostitute Borlú questions.
(d) Borlú's girlfriend.

Short Answer Questions

1. What event divided the two cities?

2. When the owner of the van is taken to identify his vehicle, he is shocked to see what?

3. What is the name of the pathologist?

4. In what division does Inspector Borlú work?

5. What is the Illitan phrase written on the package sent to Bol Ye'an?

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