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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the Fire Chief disappointed?
(a) The door bells have all been rung.
(b) No one will kiss him.
(c) He cannot find a fire.
(d) The tea is cold.

2. What train does Mrs. Martin take to London?
(a) The 9:30 train.
(b) She takes a cab.
(c) The same train as Mrs. Smith.
(d) The same train as Mr. Martin.

3. Whom does Mr. Smith wish would marry his maid?
(a) The Fire Chief.
(b) William, the shop-assistant.
(c) A monophysite priest.
(d) Mr. Martin.

4. What inconsistencies exist about Mr. and Mrs. Watson's children?
(a) Their names.
(b) Whether any children actually exist.
(c) Their appearances.
(d) If they are really brother and sister.

5. Which line causes an abrupt break in the action?
(a) To hell with polishing!
(b) Nevertheless, it was the cow that gave us tails.
(c) You are not old enough yet for that.
(d) When I say yes, it's only a manner of speaking.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Mrs. Smith's story, "The Bouquet", why does the fiancé take back the bouquet of flowers?

2. According to the Fire Chief, how does he know Mary?

3. When traveling to London by train, in what class compartment does Mr. Martin ride?

4. According to Mrs. Smith, what is the reason for a ringing doorbell?

5. Which part of the alphabet does Mr. Smith quote in the last scene?

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