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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter 7, what cousin of the Allerton's does Poirot learn is also a friend of Linnet Doyle's?
(a) Rosalie Otterbourne.
(b) Mr. Richetti.
(c) Colonel Race.
(d) Joanna Southwood.

2. What threat does Linnet Doyle claim has been made against her?
(a) A murder threat.
(b) A threat of theft.
(c) A threat of bodily harm.
(d) None.

3. Why does Jackie claim Simon fell in love with Linnet?
(a) She is glamorous.
(b) She is wealthy.
(c) She is charming.
(d) She is beautiful.

4. In what point of view is the novel written?
(a) Third person omniscient.
(b) Second person.
(c) Third person limited.
(d) First person.

5. Who is Linnet Ridgeway?
(a) An English royal.
(b) A Russian princess.
(c) A wealthy American.
(d) A French heiress.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who appears to be following Simon and Linnet Doyle in chapter 2?

2. What do Poirot and Mrs. Allerton think of Mr. Fanthrop in chapter 7?

3. What does Linnet Ridgeway hire Simon Doyle to do?

4. Why does Poirot say he cannot stop Jackie from her plan to seek revenge against Linnet and Simon Doyle?

5. Who does Poirot say in chapter 7 governs the affairs of life and death?

(see the answer key)

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