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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 does the mistress say when she is leaving in Chapter 7?

2. After seeing the papers, how does Annabel think the press conference went?

3. What does Billy find when he examines Frederick's bedroom?

4. What are the words Annabel repeats over and over when she speaks to the reporters?

5. When Francesca was brought back to Rome by Luigi, what was she instructed to do for Annabel?

Short Essay Questions

1. Luigi had called the hotel many times and when Annabel got his messages, she called him and he came to the hotel on Sunday. He read the letters and wanted to know if there were any more. Annabel told him that Billy said no. What did Luigi believe?

2. Annabel lies in bed, in Chapter V, thinking about the press conference. It had gone off reasonably well for a first news break. As to how the press conference had actually gone, would it seem that Annabel had still maintained control?

3. Luigi spoke of Frederick's note to his mother. He said, as did Billy,that letters to mothers were eaten up by the public and it would have finished Annabel's career. It certainly would have destroyed her public image. Anabel said that she was hungry and Luigi said that she shouldn't be tempted. was he talking about what she eats?

4. Tom called Annabel before he saw her, to discuss the notes which Billy had called him about the night before. He said that Billy wanted a huge sum of money or he would reveal the contents. How did Tom respond to Annable's question of what would happen to her if she didn't pay?

5. When she returned to her room, Tom asked her why she had turned over the letters to the inquest, saying that she didn't have to do that. How did she answer him?

6. Annabel was at the airport, waiting for the plane to Greece. With anonymity, she had bought a ticket and prepared to board a plane. How is it possible to feel free and unfree?

7. What does Annabel assume Billy wants money for after he tells her about Frederick's suicide notes?

8. Annabel left the flat and she went back to the hotel, along with Billy and the baby. She noticed that her suitcases were open and commented on it to Billy. He told her that it was probably the police investigating because Suicide is a criminal offense in Rome. What did Annabel say?

9. The neighbors had supported Annabel during the news conference with phrases about her courage and murmurs to the newsmen to tread with care. How had she handled the photographers with their questions?

10. After the press conference, Billy let himself into Annabel's flat, bringing the papers. Annabel was not pleased to see Billy because she was afraid the neighbors would talk. How did she feel after she saw the papers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Frederick is hostile towards Annabel and her career. Is money an underlying factor? Who is the primary wage earner? Is money ever discussed? How has money affected the way that Annabel and Frederick live?

Essay Topic 2

Annabel made the film "The House on the Piazza" and attracted the attention of Luigi, a producer. It was said that Luigi discovered her. Describe Luigi's role in Annabel's career. Without Luigi, how different would Annabel have been?

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Essay Topic 3

Even without the advice of a press secretary, Annabel seems very wise about her career and a good businesswoman. What are the things she does that supports that statement?

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