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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 11, where does Marlowe find three mysterious Russian cigarettes?
(a) In Marriott's car.
(b) In Marriott's pockets.
(c) In his office.
(d) In his own coat pocket.

2. In Chapter 4, who tells Marlowe that Mike Florian's widow Jessie is still alive?
(a) Moose Malloy.
(b) The front desk clerk at the Hotel Sans Souci.
(c) Lieutenant Nulty.
(d) Florian's bouncer.

3. What does Marlowe do once he and Marriott reach the place where they are to meet the thieves?
(a) He loads his gun with bullets for protection.
(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 sets up a tape recorder to record the meeting.

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

5. For what reason has Marlowe been fired from a job in the past?
(a) Insubordination.
(b) Perpetual tardiness.
(c) Poor job performance.
(d) Embezzlement.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which of the following people does not meet Marlowe at the Grayle mansion in Chapter 18?

3. What does Marlowe prefer to do rather than go with Anne Riordan at the end of Chapter 11?

4. In the photo that Marlowe gives Lieutenant of Little Velma, what kind of costume is Velma wearing?

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

(see the answer key)

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