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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 30.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In chapter 24, why do Poirot and Race go to speak to Simon Doyle?
(a) They want to begin making plans for Linnet's burial.
(b) They want to know the contents of the telegram Linnet opened by mistake.
(c) They want to know who else might have wanted to kill Linnet.
(d) They want to assure him that they are doing the best they can to solve the case.

3. In chapter 26, why does Pennington say it would have been better if Simon Doyle were in charge of Linnet Doyle's finances?
(a) He does not insist on reading every document he signs.
(b) Pennington simply prefers working with a man.
(c) He would be easier to fool with devious business deals.
(d) He has a better head for business.

4. In chapter 27, of whose murder does Poirot openly accuse Tim Allerton?
(a) Simon Doyle.
(b) Mrs. Otterbourne.
(c) Linnet.
(d) The maid.

5. In chapter 25, why does Ferguson claim Cornelia had a motive to kill Linnet Ridgeway Doyle?
(a) Linnet's father fired Cornelia's father without cause.
(b) Linnet made fun of Cornelia for her appearance.
(c) Linnet stole a lover from Cornelia.
(d) Linnet's father caused the ruination of Cornelia's father.

Short Answer Questions

1. In chapter 23, why does Poirot believe Linnet's maid has been murdered?

2. Who compliments Linnet Doyle in chapter 9 for her behavior while signing documents for Mr.Pennington?

3. What did Miss van Schuyler lose in chapter 12 that becomes an issue in chapter 16?

4. How does Simon Doyle respond when Poirot asks in chapter 6 if he is still in love with Jackie?

5. In chapter 20, what does Poirot say he is experiencing trouble with?

(see the answer key)

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