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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The thieves order Lindsay Marriott and his lady friend not to tell _________________about the theft.
(a) The woman's attorney.
(b) The police or the woman's insurance company.
(c) The woman's jeweler.
(d) The woman's wealthy husband.

2. What does Malloy do to the bouncer at Florian's in Chapter 2?
(a) He gives the bouncer a very small tip.
(b) He fires the bouncer.
(c) He gives the bouncer a counterfeit twenty dollar bill.
(d) He knocks the man out.

3. How long has Malloy been in prison?
(a) Six months.
(b) One year.
(c) Ten years.
(d) Eight years.

4. Why does Lindsay Marriott want to hire Philip Marlowe?
(a) To spy on his neighbors for him.
(b) To find out who is trying to kill him.
(c) To return the stolen jewels to the bank vault.
(d) To accompany him to the meeting with the jewel thieves.

5. What rests atop Lindsay Marriott's piano?
(a) A crystal bowl filled with potpourri.
(b) A white porcelain cat.
(c) A silver vase on a strip of peach-colored velvet.
(d) A framed photo of Marriott.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following statements does not describe what Marlowe sees as he approaches Jessie Florian's home?

2. Why does Marlowe think Malloy will be easy for the police to find?

3. What does Lindsay Mariott tell Marlowe was stolen from a wealthy lady friend of his a few days ago?

4. How long has Mike Florian been dead at the beginning of Chapter 5?

5. For what reason has Marlowe been fired from a job in the past?

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