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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Walter insist on listening to the radio?
(a) It calms his nerves
(b) It is part of his alibi to know the programs
(c) He needs a distraction
(d) He likes to hum

2. What makes it difficult to board a train unnoticed?
(a) Too much luggage
(b) Too many passengers
(c) Being on crutches
(d) Inclement weather

3. For what characteristic is Walter known?
(a) Compulsive behavior
(b) Bright red hair
(c) Sense of humor
(d) Golf game

4. 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

5. What does Phyllis do to prevent all the porters from looking too closely at Walter?
(a) Retreats into the station
(b) Rushes ahead to tip one of the porters
(c) Creates a distraction by pulling up her stockings
(d) Dumps the contents of her purse

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Walter tell Phyllis?

2. What does Keyes think is the best way to catch the perpetrator of a crime like this?

3. What is Walter obsessed with avoiding?

4. Why does Walter say they cannot disable Mr. Nirdlinger's car for the accident?

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

(see the answer key)

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