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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Mr. Ackroyd's wife was which of the following?
(a) A drug addict
(b) Mentally ill
(c) A gambler
(d) An alcoholic

2. Why doesn't Inspector Raglan want Mr. Poirot to work on the case?
(a) Raglan thinks it is too dangerous for a civilian.
(b) Raglan doesn't like Mr. Poirot's general attitude.
(c) Raglan suspects Mr. Poirot in the murder.
(d) Raglan wants the glory of solving the case himself.

3. According to Mr. Poirot, Mr. Ackroyd wants Ralph to marry whom?
(a) Miss Ferris
(b) Miss Flora
(c) Miss Finch
(d) Miss Foster

4. James and Caroline talk about their new what in Chapter Three?
(a) Neighbor
(b) House
(c) Dog
(d) Friend

5. Who is Hector Blunt?
(a) An amateur writer.
(b) A well-known doctor.
(c) A farmer.
(d) A well-known hunter.

Short Answer Questions

1. When James arrives at Fernly Park, what strange thing does Parker do?

2. Raymond says he overheard what at 9:30?

3. Who has become close friends with Mrs. Ferrars?

4. After dinner, what does Mr. Ackroyd tell James about Mr. Ferrars' death?

5. Ralph wants to avoid making Mr. Ackroyd angry for what reason?

(see the answer key)

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