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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to Marlowe at the end of Chapter 9 once he tells Marriott it looks like the thieves aren't coming?
(a) He is bitten by a poisonous snake.
(b) He trips and sprains his ankle.
(c) Someone ambushes him from behind and knocks him out.
(d) He is attacked by a doberman.

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

3. What color is Anne Riordan's hair?
(a) Platinum blonde.
(b) Gray.
(c) Auburn.
(d) Brunette.

4. What does Marlowe do once he and Marriott reach the place where they are to meet the thieves?
(a) He sets up a tape recorder to record the meeting.
(b) He leaves Marriott in the car to go on foot to investigate.
(c) He hides behind a tree to observe the thieves.
(d) He loads his gun with bullets for protection.

5. What fee does Marlowe demand for accepting the job Lindsay Marriott offers him?
(a) Fifty dollars.
(b) One thousand dollars.
(c) Two hundred dollars.
(d) One hundred dollars.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Chapter 5, what beverage does Marlowe share with Jessie Florian to loosen her tongue and win her confidence?

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

4. For what crime was Malloy falsely accused and sent to prison?

5. From what job has Anne Riordan's father been fired?

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