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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. 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.

4. What does Simon say when Poirot asks if he believes Jackie capable of murder?
(a) Yes, but not with something as violent as a gun.
(b) No.
(c) Yes.
(d) In the right circumstances.

5. What reason does Simon suggest Jackie thinks he married Linnet?
(a) For her beauty.
(b) For her money.
(c) For her business contacts.
(d) For her social standing.

Short Answer Questions

1. To what astronomical body does Jackie compare Linnet?

2. Why does Linnet Doyle change seats at dinner in chapter 3?

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

4. What item does Mrs. Otterbourne often wear that many passengers note throughout the novel, including in chapter 7?

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

(see the answer key)

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