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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 do Falk and Raco immediately question about Karen's note?

2. In Chapter 19, where does Gretchen invite Falk?

3. What does Falk find inside one of Karen's book?

4. What does Falk think will help him think in Chapter 13?

5. What is ailing Mrs. Sullivan?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. When Falk flashes back in Chapter 11, how does he see Luke?

3. Why were Falk and his father both questioned and released in relation to Ellie's murder?

4. Why does Barb say Falk is a good friend for Luke?

5. How does Falk interact with people he knows in Melbourne?

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

7. What does Falk's first run through the farm's financials show?

8. What is Mandy's reasoning for threatening Falk?

9. How do Falk and Raco know that Jamie lied about his alibi?

10. What is tragic about where Billy was on the day of the murder?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter Seven, Mal Deacon has some behavioral issues. What has changed about his memory and physical state? Is he still a threat? How does Falk feel around him?

Essay Topic 2

Why does the author choose to introduce flashbacks from other characters' points of view? What new information does each character provide?

Essay Topic 3

How do Falk's appearance, job, and home make him a poor match for Kiewarra? Consider the physical and emotional aspects of the juxtaposed places.

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