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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 is Scott Whitlam's job?

2. What is carved on Falk's car?

3. What is Falk shocked to see along the trail?

4. In Chapter 9, who do Falk and Raco question?

5. What did Gerry notice following Luke?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are Raco and Falk hoping to see on the school's security footage?

2. What happened the last time that Falk and Luke saw each other?

3. Do Raco and Falk believe Luke was alone before the murders?

4. What kinds of torment did the town inflict upon the Falks?

5. What is hurtful about Falk's return to his old house?

6. Who do Gerry and Barb vow to never sell their land to?

7. What does Barb promise Falk?

8. What do Raco and Falk deduce about Jamie being the killer?

9. How does Dow behave toward Falk and Gretchen in Chapter 17?

10. Who claims they were in the wrong place at the wrong time?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

What reasons does Gerry give for not telling the truth about the alibi? What does his decision say about him as a protector? Why is he questioning himself now?

Essay Topic 3

What is the author trying to share with the reader when Mal describes the imperfections in Ellie's room? How does he feel when he sees the signs of a struggle?

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