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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Helena Sommers admit she saw the morning of the murder in Chapter 4?
(a) Lettice Wood.
(b) Harris.
(c) Wilton.
(d) Royston.

2. What is the point of view of this novel?
(a) Third person limited.
(b) First person.
(c) Third person omniscient.
(d) Second person.

3. Why does Wilton claim he moved to the small country village?
(a) To get away from the bustle of the city.
(b) To get away from killing.
(c) To be close to his cousin.
(d) To be closer to his former fiancee.

4. Who is Sally Davenant?
(a) Wilton's sister.
(b) Wilton's mistress.
(c) Wilton's cousin.
(d) Wilton's former fiancee.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Victoria Cross?

2. Who is Redfern?

3. What item in Mavers' house does Hamish find for Rutledge in Chapter 5?

4. Who or what was the Victoria Cross named for?

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

(see the answer key)

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