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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Unbearable Bassingtons.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the wine merchant, what is the "feminine craze" at the time of his aunt's disappearance?
(a) Climbing.
(b) Skeet shooting.
(c) Fox hunting.
(d) Cycling.

2. What present does Reginald not want at all for Christmas?
(a) A waist-coat.
(b) Shoes.
(c) A Prayer-book.
(d) A tie.

3. Who does the former farmer marry?
(a) A lion-tamer's widow.
(b) A madame of a brothel.
(c) His best friend's daughter.
(d) A prostitute.

4. What is found in the strong box of the sunken vessel?
(a) A locket with a picture of the Duchess.
(b) Gold and silver coins.
(c) Papers naming people of question.
(d) A map to the sunken treasure.

5. What is the Brogue known as?
(a) Broom-Hilda.
(b) The Beast.
(c) Bronson.
(d) Beserker.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many times does the orchestra play "The Chaplet"?

2. What bird do the explosives cause to flee?

3. What animal does the Brogue detest?

4. Whom had the best intentions for Francesca, but never would "carry them into practice"?

5. What instruments announces Mrs. Packletide's successful kill?

(see the answer key)

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