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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Wilton claim he moved to the small country village?
(a) To get away from the bustle of the city.
(b) To be close to his cousin.
(c) To be closer to his former fiancee.
(d) To get away from killing.

2. What is a pension?
(a) Payment for war veterans.
(b) Payment for those who are no longer earning a regular income from employment.
(c) Insurance payments.
(d) Payment for services rendered.

3. Where is the body of the murder victim found?
(a) In a dining room.
(b) In a corn field.
(c) In a meadow.
(d) In a bedroom.

4. What does Mrs. Davenant say about Wilton's choice in women?
(a) He fatalistically falls for women he cannot have.
(b) He has lovely taste in women.
(c) He could not have chosen a more devoted woman than Lettice Wood.
(d) He always chooses the wrong woman.

5. Who does Lettice Wood remind Rutledge of?
(a) Helena.
(b) His sister.
(c) Maggie.
(d) Jean.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of handwriting is the letter Bowles received regarding Rutledge written in?

2. Why does Royston tell Rutledge Sally Davenant chose to become a nurse during the war?

3. What did Hamish McLeod refuse to do that caused Rutledge to send him to stand before the firing squad during World War I?

4. Who does Dr. Warren ask Rutledge to come with him to meet at the end of Chapter 11?

5. What is the point of view of this novel?

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