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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 did Grayson tell Rebecca killed Emily?

2. In Chapter 45, what advice does Avery remember about the Hawthornes?

3. In Chapter 55, what does Rebecca tell Avery her job was when Emily was alive?

4. What does Nan ask Avery to bring to her?

5. In Chapter 62, who is calling Libby that Avery is upset about?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do Avery and Jameson use to read the "red will"?

2. In Chapter 62, why does Avery think their father called Libby?

3. In Chapter 43, what does Avery tell the press to distract them from Drake?

4. In Chapter 43, what happens with Drake?

5. What is Avery impressed by with Grayson when they talk at the foundation?

6. What does Rebecca tell Avery about Emily's history with the Hawthornes?

7. Why does Avery go to the armory with Oren?

8. In Chapter 65, what does Grayson say when Avery tells him she told Nash she was shot at?

9. What is Avery worried about concerning Nash and Libby?

10. What does Avery criticize Libby for in Chapter 62?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Avery finally finds out the truth about how Emily died, what does the reader learn about the Hawthorne brothers, their feud, and Emily herself? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 2

In the book's opening chapters, what limitations and struggles does Avery encounter due to her financial struggles? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 3

What themes does Barnes explore - and how does she treat these themes - surrounding media treatment and portrayals of the wealthy and celebrities? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

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