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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Lorrimer do when she sees the stiletto?
(a) Screams in delight.
(b) Cries passionately.
(c) Becomes fearful.
(d) Views dispassionately.

3. What effect do Poirot's manners have on Mrs. Lorrimer?
(a) Baffles.
(b) Irritate.
(c) Comfort.
(d) Infuriate.

4. Who asks Dr. Roberts how well he knew his host and his companions?
(a) Miss Meredith.
(b) Mrs. Lorrimer.
(c) Battle.
(d) Poirot.

5. What is Poirot's theory for identifying the suspect?
(a) Psychological study.
(b) Deprive them of food and water.
(c) Interrogate them till dawn.
(d) Lock them up.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Despard think is a good player?

2. Who does Lorrimer think is a cautious player?

3. Who visits Dr. Roberts in Chapter 9?

4. What does Superintendent Battle ask Poirot after the second interview?

5. What does Poirot think about Miss Meredith's playing?

(see the answer key)

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