A Rip In Heaven Chapter 8 Essay Quiz
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All must be answered in COMPLETE sentences
1. The polygraph test. First, what story does the detective tell to relax Tom?
2. He then uses a trick to explain the strength of the polygraph test. Describe.
3. What is one of the factors that contribute to a polygraph test giving false
positives?
4. The questions immediately take on a tone. What tone? What’s the first
question?
5. Jacquie finally recommends to the family that what needs to be done?
6. Jacquie also has to deal with an issue outside. Describe.
7. Give a brief description of Julie’s poem.
8. The lieutenant talks to Gene. He tells him that Tom’s survival is impossible.
Explain. How is this proven wrong later in the chapter?
9. Gene mistakenly hurts his son’s case. Explain.
10. Describe some alternate scenarios that Jacobsmeyer suggests happened.
11. Describe why the police department was pushing to close the case fast.
12. Tell the unacceptable lie the police tell Tom.
13. Describe the hurtful conversation between Tom and his dad.