1. Which three characters run into each other unexpectedly during a game of snooker at the Jerusalem Inn?
(a) Melrose, Tommy, and Charles.
(b) Vivian, Charles, and Jury.
(c) Chalres, Jury, and Melrose.
(d) Tommy, Melrose, and Jury.

2. Who is Chief Superintendent Racer?
(a) Jury's boss.
(b) A rival cop of Jury's.
(c) The mayor.
(d) A reporter.

3. What does William McQuade do for a living?
(a) He is a painter.
(b) He is a writer.
(c) He is a plumber.
(d) He is a famous actor.

4. What holiday season is approaching in the novel?
(a) Easter.
(b) The Thanksgiving season.
(c) Summer Solstice.
(d) The Christmas season.

5. How does Lady Agatha describe Melrose?
(a) As an "unconfirmed bachelor."
(b) As a "arrogant jerk."
(c) As a "lying cheat."
(d) As the handsomest man she's ever seen.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is horrified at the thought of Melrose, Vivian, Agatha, and Ruthven getting a room at the Jerusalem Inn when it appears they are stranded from the storm?

2. What does Cullen cite as one of the more exciting crime activities that happened recently?

3. Who is Maureen Littleton?

4. For how long does Charles predict his guests will be snowed in at his home?

5. What kind of alcohol does Mrs. Krimp reluctantly provide for the guests at the Margate Hotel?

(see the answer key)

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