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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter 28, what does Cornelia say when she learns that Mr. Ferguson is really a high born man?
(a) She thinks he is playing games with everyone.
(b) She plans to avoid him in the future.
(c) She thinks he is crazy.
(d) She decides to rethink his proposal.

2. In chapter 23, what does Poirot openly accuse Rosalie Otterbourne of lying about?
(a) Of knowing where the pistol spotted in her bag is.
(b) Of knowing who owns the knife that killed the maid.
(c) Of seeing who killed the maid.
(d) Of seeing someone in Linnet's cabin the night of her murder.

3. In chapter 21, why do Poirot and Race decide to search the boat even though the pearls have been discovered?
(a) They think the theif has stolen other goods.
(b) They want to prevent another murder.
(c) They believe the killer has another weapon.
(d) They want to look for evidence in the murder.

4. In chapter 25, why does Mr. Ferguson claim he would like to marry Cornelia Robson?
(a) She would be a perfect royal's wife.
(b) She would make strong, healthy babies.
(c) She has spirit.
(d) She is beautiful.

5. In chapter 21, where were the pearls discovered the morning after Linnet's murder?
(a) In MIss van Schuyler's cabin.
(b) In the dining room.
(c) In the salon.
(d) In Cornelia's cabin.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In chapter 21, who do Poirot and Race claim they would like to interview next?

3. In chapter 19, what does Poirot suggest is Mrs. Otterbourne's hidden vice?

4. In chapter 22, for what reason does Race suggest Linnet might have worn fake pearls?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. In chapter 25, how does Pennington respond when Poirot and Race confront him about the use of his gun in the murder of Mrs. Otterbourne?

2. In chapter 23, what do Poirot and Race find while investigating the death of Linnet Doyle's maid?

3. In chapter 31, who does Cornelia announce she plans to marry? For what reason?

4. In chapter 31, what happens when Jackie and Simon are escorted off of the cruise ship to be turned over to police custody?

5. In chapter 30, how does Jackie respond when Poirot confronts her with the truth?

6. In chapter 20, who does Poirot and Race find has the pearls?

7. In chapter 26, why does Poirot accuse Mr. Fanthrop of lying about his true identity? What reason does Mr. Fanthrop give for being on the cruise ship?

8. In chapter 19, who does Simon Doyle ask to see? For what reason?

9. In chapter 18, Poirot and Race interview Mr. Pennington. Who does Mr. Pennington suggest is the killer? What reason does Mr. Pennington give for quickly leaving the interview?

10. In chapter 24, Poirot and Race confront Mr. Pennington about his illegal dealings with Linnet Doyle's business interests. What does Mr. Pennington say in his own defense?

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