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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who arrives during Poirot's questioning about the stranger?
(a) Mr. Harper
(b) Mr. Hammond
(c) Mr. Harris
(d) Mr. Harrison

2. Who is waiting for James when he returns from rounds?
(a) Caroline
(b) Flora
(c) Mr. Poirot
(d) Parker

3. Poirot wants everyone at Fernly Park to meet where?
(a) At James and Caroline's house
(b) At the Inn
(c) At Poirot's house
(d) At Fernly Park

4. Who does James live with?
(a) His friend
(b) His wife
(c) His parents
(d) His sister

5. Before his death, what did Mr. Ackroyd tell Flora about Mr. Poirot?
(a) He murdered a man years ago
(b) He is a retired detective
(c) He is a lunatic
(d) He is a retired doctor

Short Answer Questions

1. Why doesn't Poirot want James to be arrested?

2. Mrs. Ackroyd's son's name from a previous marriage is?

3. Poirot thinks what is a crucial clue in the case?

4. Mr. Ackroyd's wife was which of the following?

5. Who is in such disbelief that he/she calls the police to confirm the situation?

(see the answer key)

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