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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the four sleuths meet to put their clues together?

2. Who is Mrs. Lorrimer trying to protect?

3. Who does Poirot work with to discuss investigative findings?

4. Where does Poirot have a meeting with Maj. Despard?

5. What does Anne do that proves Poirot's theory?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Shaitana. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him at this point in his life?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the detecting techniques of the four sleuths; cover how they each approach the murder and whether their intuitions were correct. Who actually solves the murders, and how?

Essay Topic 3

Explain the significance of the novel's title. Why do you think the author named the book Cards on the Table? Now that you have read the book, how does that alter your understanding of the title? Are you intrigued to find a sequel or more mysteries with Hercule Poirot? Why or why not? Cite examples to support your answer.

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