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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Fifteen - Sixteen.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Marlowe think Almore won't tell him anything about Lavery?
(a) Because Almore is a doctor.
(b) Because Almore seems nervous.
(c) Because of Almore's face.
(d) Because that's what Marlowe's luck is like.

2. What reason doe Bill Chess at first assume Marlowe might want to look at the cabin?
(a) Because he might find a clue to Crystal Kingsley's whereabouts.
(b) Because he might be interested in architecture.
(c) Because he might want to buy it.
(d) Because he might be an inspector.

3. What communication did Kingsley receive after his wife went missing?
(a) A phone call from her.
(b) A package from her.
(c) A letter signed by her.
(d) A telegram signed by her.

4. Who does Birdie Keppel introduce herself as?
(a) The local bar owner and radio announcer.
(b) The local beautician and newspaper reporter.
(c) The local nurse and medical examiner.
(d) The local schoolteacher and mortician.

5. What is Lavery's arm like when Marlowe pulls at it?
(a) Warm and pliable.
(b) Warm and stiff.
(c) Cold and stiff.
(d) Cold and pliable.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Marlowe tell Birdie?

2. Is the Prescott Hotel bellhop able to identify Crystal Kingsley from Marlowe's photograph?

3. How far behind in his rent does the woman say Lavery is?

4. What color are the drapes and carpet in Kingsley's private office?

5. What does Lavery tell Marlowe about Crystal Kingsley?

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