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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 - 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do you think Lucifer accompanies Phyllida Tallent on her errands?
(a) Because he wants to meet all the men courting her.
(b) Because he wants to see the town.
(c) Because he wants to be in her presence.
(d) Because he wants to meet all the locals.

2. Who is the sole beneficiary of Horatio Welham's estate?
(a) Mary Anne.
(b) Robert.
(c) Phyllida Tallent.
(d) Lucifer.

3. Why does Phyllida Tallent run away from the murder scene?
(a) She hears people approaching.
(b) She hears Sir Jasper approaching.
(c) She hears Lucifer approaching.
(d) She hears the murderer approaching.

4. What does Covey tell Lucifer when Lucifer goes to the manor for the wake?
(a) That she sees one or two collectors coming by Horatio Welham's house.
(b) That he suspects someone.
(c) That he sees no collector coming by Horatio Welham's house.
(d) That he knows about Horatio Welham's letter.

5. What happens to Phyllida Tallent and Lucifer on the way back to the grange?
(a) They kiss each other as a result of Phyllida Tallent falling into Lucifer's arms.
(b) They both fall in a dip in the path.
(c) Only Lucifer falls in the dip in the path.
(d) They hold hands with each other.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Lucifer grabs Phyllida Tallent's wrist, what does he say to her?

2. What does the beneficiary of Horatio Welham's estate decide to do with the estate?

3. Who finds Lucifer lying unconscious next to Horatio Welham's body?

4. What is the weapon used to murder one of the characters?

5. Why is Phyllida Tallent present at Horatio Welham's manor on the day of the murder?

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