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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 29.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Poirot find out was visiting Mrs. Lorrimer prior to her death?
(a) Mrs. Oliver.
(b) Major Despard.
(c) Col. Race.
(d) Miss Meredith.

2. How do Shaitana's remarks affect some of his guests?
(a) Makes them uncomfortable.
(b) Makes them sleepy.
(c) Makes them comfortable.
(d) Makes them giddy.

3. Whose mannerisms does Poirot adopt when he visits the widow?
(a) Mrs. Oliver.
(b) Battle.
(c) Mr. Shaitana.
(d) Mrs. Lorrimer.

4. What does the note about the deceased in Chapter 28 apparently say?
(a) A confession and an apology.
(b) A list of future victims.
(c) An apology and recrimination.
(d) A description of where the jewels are kept.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Poirot tell Battle they must do quickly?

2. What does Rhoda tell the sleuth about Anne's former employer?

3. Why did Shaitana invite the four suspects?

4. Where do Rhoda and Anne go in Chapter 17?

5. Who is assigned to go visit the widow of Maj. Despard's former employer?

(see the answer key)

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