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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. It is revealed in Chapter 13 that Maud and Maggie had been related to one another in what way?
(a) They were sisters.
(b) They were stepsisters.
(c) They were cousins.
(d) They were sisters-in-law.

2. To what creatures does the narrator compare the black sedans that bring the Westaway family to Trepassen from the funeral?
(a) Sharks.
(b) Pythons.
(c) Eels.
(d) Otters.

3. About how many years before the narrative present had Hal taken out a loan from Mr. Smith?
(a) 3.
(b) 2.
(c) 1.
(d) 5.

4. In what room within Trepassen House does Hal discover and look at a photograph album?
(a) The parlor.
(b) The study.
(c) The conservatory.
(d) The living room.

5. In Chapter 12, Hal sees how many long black sedans pull up beneath her attic window?
(a) 6.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Hal returns to her kiosk after chasing after her client, what sign does she notice that she may not be alone when she enters her flat?

2. Who is the first member of the Westaway family to receive a tarot reading from Hal?

3. How old is Hal when the novel begins?

4. What types of birds attack Mr. Treswick's car as he and Hal approach Trepassen House?

5. How many children do Harding and his wife Mitzi have together?

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