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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter 21, who are Race and Poirot told took the pearls from Linnet Doyle's room?
(a) Cornelia Robson.
(b) Mr. Tim Allerton.
(c) Mrs. Otterbourne.
(d) Miss van Schuyler.

2. In chapter 20, who does Mrs. Allerton suggest would accuse a friend of the family, Mrs. Portarlington, to have replaced the diamonds in an expensive necklace with fakes?
(a) Mr. Ferguson.
(b) Linnet Doyle.
(c) Joanna Southwood.
(d) Tim Allerton.

3. To what astronomical body does Jackie compare Linnet?
(a) Stars.
(b) The moon.
(c) A planet.
(d) The sun.

4. In chapter 18, does Mr. Pennington know who might have a grudge against Linnet on the ship?
(a) Yes, Mr. Fanthrop.
(b) No, but he knows Windlesham is still angry with her.
(c) Yes, Mr. Ferguson.
(d) No.

5. What has Linnet Ridgeway recently purchased that has caused a great deal of gossip?
(a) Wode Hall.
(b) A new Picasso.
(c) A pearl necklace.
(d) A cruise ship.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mrs. Allerton say she thought her son would enjoy sharing a table with Hercule Poirot aboard the cruise ship?

2. In chapter 20, to whom does Poirot whisper before he leaves the dining room?

3. What alibi does Fleetwood offer in chapter 15?

4. Who does Dr. Bessner mention in chapter 14 might have had a grudge against Linnet Doyle?

5. What does Poirot always drink at dinner that is distinct because he is the only one who drinks it at his table?

(see the answer key)

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