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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the sleuths sort through in order to identify the murderer?
(a) Clues and evidence.
(b) Dinner remains.
(c) Bottles and drinks.
(d) Wastepaper baskets.

2. Who does Lorrimer think is a good player?
(a) Major Despard.
(b) Miss Meredith.
(c) Dr. Roberts.
(d) Ariadne Oliver.

3. How many times does Lorrimer talk to Shaitana during the night of the murder?
(a) 1.
(b) 4.
(c) 2.
(d) 3.

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

5. Who does Despard think is a good player?
(a) Mrs. Lorrimer.
(b) Col. Race.
(c) Dr. Roberts.
(d) Miss Meredith.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the men do during the bridge game that is different from the women?

2. Who is solicitous and gentle when questioning Miss Meredith?

3. How do Shaitana's remarks affect some of his guests?

4. How does Dr. Roberts rate himself as a card player?

5. How long does it take after the body of the murdered victim in Chapter 3 is removed for the sleuths to begin investigating?

(see the answer key)

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