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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 - 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who finds Lucifer lying unconscious next to Horatio Welham's body?
(a) Phyllida Tallent.
(b) Horatio's gardener.
(c) The locals.
(d) Sir Jasper.

2. What does Lucifer specialize in?
(a) Gold coins.
(b) Diamonds.
(c) Silver coins.
(d) Silver and jewelry.

3. Why is Phyllida Tallent not able to return to Horatio Welham's house?
(a) Because Phyllida Tallent falls ill.
(b) Because Phyllida Tallent is visited by a friend.
(c) Because Phyllida Tallent is scared to go back.
(d) Because Phyllida Tallent has to spend time with her cousins.

4. What does Lucifer ask for Phyllida Tallent's to help with?
(a) Take care of the manor.
(b) Take care of the book collection.
(c) Take care of the garden at the manor.
(d) Take care of Horatio Welham's personal items in the manor.

5. Who is Covey?
(a) Horatio Welham's dresser.
(b) Horatio Welham's gardener.
(c) Horatio Welham's servant.
(d) Horatio Welham's cook.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of all the characters giving alibis, which character's alibi deserves special attention?

2. Why is Lucifer and Phyllida Tallent not able to catch the prowler?

3. What kind of tracks does Lucifer see at the manor which helps him asses how the killer comes to Horatio Welham's house?

4. What is the name of the first character introduced in the novel?

5. Why does Horatio Welham choose to tell Lucifer about the secret item?

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