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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In April 1996, what is the status of Chris and Emily's relationship?
(a) They are just friends.
(b) They have a bad relationship.
(c) They are broken up.
(d) They are a close couple.

2. What does Marrone do about her suspicions about Chris?
(a) Talk to the prosecutor.
(b) She talks to Chris' mom.
(c) She talks to Jordan.
(d) Nothing.

3. What is the police detective's name?
(a) Jordan.
(b) Delaney.
(c) Anne-Marie Marrone.
(d) Selena.

4. Who helps Melanie pick out an outfit for Emily's funeral?
(a) Christopher.
(b) Gus.
(c) Michael.
(d) James.

5. How does Melanie go to sleep the night of Emily's death?
(a) With the help of a sedative.
(b) With the help of alcohol.
(c) She doesn't go to sleep.
(d) With the help of tea.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is James' hobby?

2. What do Gus and Melanie have in common?

3. What month and year does the book open up in?

4. What is wrong with Chris?

5. What is stressing Gus out other than the recurring dream?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Melanie unable to take part in funeral preparations?

2. Why does the detective think that suicide is a ridiculous theory in the death of Emily?

3. How do Emily and Chris' needs contrast?

4. Why is James' award not such a rewarding experience?

5. What occupation does Melanie hold, and how does it complement her personality?

6. How did Gus and Melanie bond so quickly when they first met?

7. How does Emily and Chris' relationship begin?

8. Why does Gus relent and let the detective talk to Chris?

9. What does Chris admit to bringing on his date with Emily?

10. Why does Gus try to keep the police from talking to Chris?

(see the answer keys)

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