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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 22 and 23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Poirot think about Major Despard's playing?
(a) He is demanding and controlling.
(b) He is wishy-washy.
(c) He is afraid of losing.
(d) He likes an immediate picture.

2. How is Despard's interview different from that of other suspects?
(a) Contentious and difficult.
(b) Quick and efficient.
(c) Confusing and wishy-washy.
(d) Long and laborious.

3. Who does Miss Meredith indirectly point the finger at as a possible murderer?
(a) Despard.
(b) Race.
(c) Dr. Roberts.
(d) Lorrimer.

4. What does Poirot think about Mrs. Lorrimer's playing?
(a) Cautious.
(b) Fast.
(c) Wishy-washy.
(d) Brilliant.

5. Where does Poirot have a meeting with Maj. Despard?
(a) Hotel suite.
(b) Double-decker bus.
(c) Underground tavern.
(d) Restaurant.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Poirot think that Maj. Despard is referring to as being spiritually blackmailed?

2. How does Poirot entertain Rhoda?

3. What is the name of Anne's former employer that died?

4. What does Poirot ask Anne to help him choose for his family for gifts?

5. What emotion did Shaitana invoke in Miss Meredith when he first met her?

(see the answer key)

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