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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What method of transportation does Mr. Nirdlinger use primarily?
(a) Train
(b) Bus
(c) Car
(d) Plane

2. What does Phyllis tell Walter before he leaves?
(a) She wants to divorce her husband
(b) She'll let him know when he can return
(c) She loves him
(d) She wants to have an affair

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

4. What is Phyllis' ulterior motive for having Lola in the room?
(a) To keep an eye on her
(b) To teach her to knit
(c) To hear the discussion about the accident policy
(d) To make Walter nervous

5. What is Walter Huff's profession?
(a) Physician
(b) Accountant
(c) Lawyer
(d) Insurance agent

Short Answer Questions

1. Who observes Walter's preparations for bed at 6:45 p.m.?

2. Phyllis is attractive, but sort of _____________.

3. What does Walter do at 4:00 on the day of Mr. Nirdlinger's scheduled departure?

4. Who observes as Walter and Mr. Nirdlinger discuss the papers?

5. Which method do Walter and Phyllis decide for the murder?

(see the answer key)

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