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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Watson, who is the owner of the stick?
(a) A middle-aged scientist.
(b) Sherlock Holmes.
(c) An elderly, country doctor.
(d) A young, city doctor.

2. What sort of accent does Sir Henry possess?
(a) English.
(b) Welsh.
(c) Irish.
(d) American.

3. How does Holmes describe the walking stick?
(a) A visiting card from the absent-minded.
(b) The mark of a careless, untrustworthy man.
(c) A rude gesture.
(d) A present.

4. Where did Sir Charles die?
(a) Fox Tor.
(b) The entrance of the yew alley.
(c) Grimpen Mire.
(d) The entrance to his bedroom.

5. What does Sir Henry receive the morning he meets Holmes?
(a) A bank note.
(b) A telegram from Canada.
(c) A letter.
(d) A walking stick.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the actual reason for Dr. Mortimer's consultation with Holmes?

2. What does the first telegram to Holmes reveal?

3. According to Holmes, who is actually the owner of the stick?

4. What excites Sir Henry on the journey where he cries out in delight?

5. How does Holmes spend his day after the departure of Dr. Mortimer and Watson?

(see the answer key)

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