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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. Who finds Karen's body?

2. Who does Falk think Raco should go to about his concerns?

3. Where does Falk say he was when Ellie went missing?

4. What does the security footage at the Hadler's farm capture?

5. Where is Luke found?

Short Essay Questions

1. At the beginning of Chapter 4 how long does Falk decide to stay?

2. What are the theories about why Charlotte was left alive?

3. Why does it seem odd that Karen was lying by the front door?

4. Why do Gerry and Barb feel guilty?

5. How are the human corpses different than the animal carcasses?

6. What does Falk notice in the picture of Luke's truck?

7. Why is Falk so scared after Ellie is killed?

8. Where was Luke before the murders?

9. Why does Falk reluctantly return to Kiewarra?

10. What shape is Luke in when he is found?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Sandra says that she and Whitlam moved to Kiewarra for a fresh start. Does the couple seem to be telling the truth? Why would the author have Whitlam share information with Falk in private, away from his wife?

Essay Topic 2

In Chapter 12, Gretchen warns Falk for a second time to watch himself and his questions. Should the reader trust or be wary of Gretchen? How does the author lay the groundwork for suspicion?

Essay Topic 3

When Falk saw the dried up river bed he lost it. How does the author use this moment as a release for Falk? What is Falk thinking about and why does he have to be alone to express his sadness?

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