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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 10, The Adventure of the Noble Bachelor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mrs. St. Clair receive from her husband letting her know he is alright?
(a) A letter and his ring.
(b) A flower and vase.
(c) A book and a feather.
(d) A pocketwatch and boots.

2. In "The Boscombe Valley Mystery," what does James claim to see in the water?
(a) A gun.
(b) A top hat.
(c) A diamond ring.
(d) A cloak.

3. Which character in "The Man with the Twisted Lip" is addicted to opium?
(a) Boone.
(b) Isa Whitney.
(c) Mr. St. Clair.
(d) Kate Whitney.

4. In "The Adventures of the Engineer's Thumb," why does the main character go to see Watson?
(a) He needs a doctor.
(b) He is lost and asks for directions.
(c) He is an old family friend.
(d) He needs a place to hide.

5. Who is the narrator of "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes"?
(a) Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
(b) Sherlock Holmes.
(c) Dr. Watson.
(d) Unknown.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "A Case of Identity," what is Windbank's motive?

2. What time of year is it at the beginning of "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle?"

3. What hours does Wilson work in his job for the Red-Headed League?

4. In "The Red-Headed League," what does Holmes ask Watson to bring with him at night?

5. Who is Holmes' client in "A Case of Identity?"

(see the answer key)

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