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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter 5, where does Poirot tell Jackie he has seen her previously?
(a) In a restaurant called Chez Ma Tante.
(b) At Linnet Doyle's wedding.
(c) In a hotel in London.
(d) On a flight from England to Egypt.

2. Why does Poirot say he cannot stop Jackie from her plan to seek revenge against Linnet and Simon Doyle?
(a) She has a right to her emotions.
(b) She has done nothing illegal yet.
(c) She is in the right and the Doyles are in the wrong.
(d) He has no jurisdiction in Egypt.

3. Why does Simon Doyle ask to speak with Poirot in chapter 6?
(a) To discuss the upcoming cruise on the Nile.
(b) To ask for advice on a gift for Linnet.
(c) To ask a favor for Linnet.
(d) To ask about Poirot's dealings with Jackie.

4. What has Linnet Ridgeway recently purchased that has caused a great deal of gossip?
(a) A pearl necklace.
(b) Wode Hall.
(c) A cruise ship.
(d) A new Picasso.

5. What ship did Mr. Pennington supposedly sail on from New York to Egypt?
(a) The Carmanic.
(b) The Karnak.
(c) The Queen Mary.
(d) The Southern Belle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Otterbourne insist on giving Poirot in chapter 3?

2. Who is Linnet Ridgeway?

3. What does Simon say when Poirot asks if he believes Jackie capable of murder?

4. How do many of the other vacationers appear to know Hercule Poirot?

5. Why does Jackie claim Simon fell in love with Linnet?

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