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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Mr. Martin, who is Edward?
(a) A monophysite priest.
(b) A typist.
(c) A shop-assistant.
(d) A clerk.

2. According to the Fire Chief, why did the young woman asphyxiate?
(a) She was waiting for someone to answer the door.
(b) She sat for too long.
(c) She did not drink her tea.
(d) She thought her gas was her comb.

3. What time is it when the clock strikes 17 times at the beginning of the play?
(a) Seventeen o'clock.
(b) Twelve o'clock.
(c) Seven o'clock.
(d) Nine o'clock.

4. Which character suddenly says, "I've been goosed."?
(a) Mr. Smith.
(b) Mrs. Smith.
(c) Mr. Martin.
(d) Mrs. Martin.

5. According to Mr. Smith, why was the second Marie from the story "The Headcold" also named Marie?
(a) They are twins.
(b) Because she was blonde, like the first Marie.
(c) She is the second cousin twice removed of the first Marie.
(d) Because she was a typist, like the first Marie.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mrs. Martin's first name?

2. What excuse do the Martins give for their tardiness?

3. According to Mrs. Smith, what did the Smith's son want to drink at dinner?

4. What food does the Smith's daughter prefer?

5. What is unusual about Mrs. Smith's statement about having changed her dress?

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