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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has Bowles received that causes him some pleasure when it comes to dealing with Rutledge?
(a) A letter discussing Rutledge's promotion at Scotland Yard.
(b) A letter describing Rutledge's incompentency as an inspector.
(c) A letter describing Rutledge's mental instability after the war.
(d) A letter discussing Rutledge's resignation from Scotland Yard.

2. Who is Laurence Royston?
(a) Harris' best friend.
(b) Harris' man of business.
(c) Harris' cousin.
(d) Harris' butler.

3. Who does Davies say is a spineless coward in Chapter 2?
(a) Carfield.
(b) Harris.
(c) Hickam.
(d) Wilton.

4. Where did the murder that will be investigated in this novel take place?
(a) Warwickshire, England.
(b) Weltonshire, England.
(c) York, England.
(d) East Hampton, England.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Sally Davenant?

2. Why does Wilton claim he moved to the small country village?

3. What emotion does Rutledge recognize brings on Hamish McLeod's voice quickly in his mind?

4. Who finds the body of the murder victim?

5. Who does Helena Sommers admit she saw the morning of the murder in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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