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

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) Colonel Race.
(b) Joanna Southwood.
(c) Rosalie Otterbourne.
(d) Mr. Richetti.

2. What does Jackie de Bellefort say to Poirot in chapter 11 after watching Simon and Linnet together?
(a) She regrets her affair with Simon.
(b) She no longer wants Simon and wishes Linnet luck.
(c) She should leave Linnet alone.
(d) She should not have come aboard the ship.

3. What about Mrs. Otterbourne seems to embarrass her daughter, Rosalie, in chapter 3?
(a) Her silent, rude behavior.
(b) Her apparent crush on Hercule Poirot.
(c) Her open discussions on sex.
(d) Her overly friendly attitude toward Tim Allerton and Simon Doyle.

4. On what part of his body does Simon Doyle suffer a gunshot wound in chapter 12?
(a) His leg.
(b) His arm.
(c) His belly.
(d) His head.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is coming off the ship in chapter 10 as Simon escorts his wife back on board?

2. Whom does Cornelia get to stay with Jackie in chapter 12 after the shooting?

3. Who does Jackie claim to admire in chapter 12?

4. Why does Simon Doyle ask to speak with Poirot in chapter 6?

5. Who is Linnet Ridgeway?

(see the answer key)

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