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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what reason does Mr. Pennington give for needing Linnet's signature on some documents in chapter 9?
(a) She has been away from America for so long they are behind on such matters.
(b) Her marriage changes the terms of her inheritance.
(c) He wants to get business out of the way while on vacation.
(d) He wants to put her mind at ease.

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

3. In chapter 10, with whom does Cornelia tour the sights?
(a) Dr. Bessner.
(b) Poirot.
(c) Mr. Ferguson.
(d) Mr. Allerton.

4. Who compliments Linnet Doyle in chapter 9 for her behavior while signing documents for Mr.Pennington?
(a) Mr. Allerton.
(b) Miss van Schuyler.
(c) Mrs. Otterbourne.
(d) Mr. Fanthrop.

5. Where does Poirot decide to spend the final two hours before lunch in chapter 7?
(a) Shellal.
(b) The hotel bar.
(c) Elephantine Island.
(d) Cairo.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Poirot refuse to do in Linnet's name, but agrees to do as a matter of courtesy?

2. What is the Karnak?

3. Why does Cornelia think Rosalie is so reserved?

4. Where is Cornelia from?

5. In chapter 7, who does Poirot overhear saying that they must go through with it now?

(see the answer key)

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