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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What obstacle do Walter and Phyllis encounter on the train?
(a) A chatty passenger on the rear platform
(b) There is no smoking allowed
(c) There are no seats
(d) Walter's crutches hit an old woman

2. Walter thinks Phyllis will be all right if ___________________________.
(a) She remains in love with him
(b) She sticks to her story
(c) Keyes can't find any more dirt on her
(d) Lola doesn't squeal on her

3. What is Phyllis' demeanor during this time?
(a) Obsessive
(b) Not too concerned
(c) Guilty
(d) Irritable

4. What does Lola tell Walter?
(a) She is moving out of town
(b) She never loved her father
(c) She knows about Walter's role in the murder
(d) She has the same feeling she had when her mother died

5. What does Phyllis do after Walter's accusation?
(a) Leaves the house
(b) Kisses him
(c) Throws a vase
(d) Makes a phone call

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Walter tell Phyllis?

2. What happens that forces Mr. Nirdlinger to take the train?

3. What is Walter's worry about his work?

4. What is Walter obsessed with avoiding?

5. What is Phyllis wearing when she first talks to Walter?

(see the answer key)

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