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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21-30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Once Hal introduces herself to the Westaway family, who speaks up to add that she is "Maud's daughter" (91)?
(a) Mitzi.
(b) Abel.
(c) Harding.
(d) Mr. Treswick.

2. What kind of food is Hal carrying home to her flat in Brighton in Chapter 1?
(a) Bangers and mash.
(b) Blood sausage.
(c) Fish and chips.
(d) Beef stew.

3. In what month does the narrative begin?
(a) March.
(b) December.
(c) November.
(d) October.

4. As Hal prepares to meet the Westaway family at Trepassen House, she feels like what kind of athlete?
(a) A long-jumper.
(b) A long-distance runner.
(c) A boxer.
(d) A swimmer.

5. What sort of aid does Mrs. Warren use to help her move around?
(a) A cane.
(b) A walker.
(c) A wheelchair.
(d) A pair of leg braces.

Short Answer Questions

1. The epigraph included at the start of the novel The Death of Mrs. Westaway features what element in association with the number seven?

2. When Hal arrives in Brighton after climbing out the window of Trepassen House, she goes straight to what area of her flat?

3. A diary entry included in Chapter 22 features which character's return home during a break from Oxford?

4. What type of tarot reading does Hal perform for Abel?

5. Hal often insists to her clients that the tarot cards are not what metaphorical object?

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