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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do many of the other vacationers appear to know Hercule Poirot?
(a) He is a well-known detective.
(b) He is a famous entertainer.
(c) He is a well-known novelist.
(d) He is a wealthy man who often travels in such circles.

2. What word does Poirot ask to have defined in chapter 11?
(a) Simile.
(b) Fey.
(c) Ironic.
(d) Atrocious.

3. What item does Mrs. Otterbourne often wear that many passengers note throughout the novel, including in chapter 7?
(a) A sarong.
(b) A veiled hat.
(c) A velvet stole.
(d) A turban.

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

5. In chapter 7, who does Poirot overhear saying that they must go through with it now?
(a) Jackie de Bellefort.
(b) Rosalie Otterbourne.
(c) Simon Doyle.
(d) Tim Allerton.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Mr. Richetti insist on going alone in chapter 11?

2. What kind of mood does Poirot note in chapter 10 Linnet Doyle has adopted?

3. How does Linnet mistake a telegram meant for Mr. Richetti as her own in chapter 11?

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

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

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