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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Walter do on the day of Mr. Nirdlinger's scheduled departure?
(a) Works on his alibi
(b) Buys a new suit
(c) Goes fishing
(d) Takes a nap

2. What is Phyllis' demeanor during this time?
(a) Not too concerned
(b) Obsessive
(c) Irritable
(d) Guilty

3. Who calls Walter at home?
(a) Nettie
(b) Phyllis
(c) Keyes
(d) Lola

4. Who observes Walter's preparations for bed at 6:45 p.m.?
(a) His girlfriend
(b) His Filipino houseboy
(c) His neighbor
(d) His maid

5. Why does Walter begin to get nervous?
(a) Phyllis is late picking him up
(b) He has sprained his ankle
(c) It starts to rain really hard
(d) Another train is coming

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Phyllis tell Walter when she calls him?

2. How does Phyllis react to Walter's coaching her about how to react?

3. What happens that forces Mr. Nirdlinger to take the train?

4. What does Walter hear as he crouches in the dark?

5. What does Walter burn in the fireplace when he returns home?

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