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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why is it strange that Raya had a bottle of Rebel Yell bourbon in her car? (from Day Two: Chapters 23 - 27)

That type of bourbon was not available outside of Kentucky when Raya was killed.

Raya was not old enough to buy bourbon.

The presence of the bourbon is not significant.

Raya was not a drinker.

2.

Why do some of the buildings in the cement factory collapse at the end of the novel? (from Day Three: Chapters 28 - 31 — Two Weeks Later: Chapter 32)

The buildings were built on faulty foundations that broke apart during the flood.

No one can determine why the buildings in the cement factory collapsed.

The mining tunnels under the campus collapsed, causing damage to the buildings as well.

The buildings in the cement factory broke apart because of age.

3.

Why is Stern pleased when she learns that Samantha's death was murder? (from Day One: Chapters 5 - 8)

Because if Samantha was murdered, it means her death will not impact safety numbers.

Because if Samantha was murdered, it means the railroad will not be liable for her death.

Because if Samantha was murdered, it means the railroad will not be in charge of the investigation.

Because if Samantha was murdered, it means the family cannot sue the railroad.

4.

Why does Parnell think that she has to help with Lucy's case? (from Day One: Chapters 5 - 8)

Because Lucy is only a child.

Parnell thinks Clyde's abilities are the key to finding Lucy.

Parnell wants to help with Lucy's case in order to prove herself.

Because Parnell does not think anyone else can do as good a job as she.

5.

Why did Parnell think that Hiram was suffering because of the attack on his family? (from Day One: Chapters 14 - 16 — Day Two: Chapters 17 - 18)

Hiram was clearly drunk when Parnell arrived.

Hiram showed no sign that he was suffering as a result of the attack on his family.

Hiram had a medical issue associated with stress over the attack that caused him to need oxygen.

Hiram was fighting tears when he talked to Parnell about the attack.

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