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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Who is Miss Russell to Mr. Ackroyd?
2. What is Fernly Park?
3. Even though Ralph always wanted money, who sticks up for him and says he is happy that Poirot is acting on Ralph's behalf?
4. Flora is so upset that she asks Raymond to do what?
5. What does James tell Officer Davis that was familiar about the mysterious man he saw the night of the murder?
Short Essay Questions
1. Using the information in Chapter Two, describe the supposed relationship between Mr. Ackroyd and Mrs. Ferrars. Why were they close?
2. In Chapter Thirteen, what does Poirot tell James about a use for the goose quill that may be significant?
3. In Chapter One, how does James feel about Caroline's theory regarding Mrs. Ferrars' death?
4. Describe the murder weapon. What was it, where did it come from, and where was it usually kept?
5. What two important clues were found by Poirot and James, at the end of Chapter Eight, and where were they found?
6. Describe examples of some of the interesting information that Mr. Poirot supplies to James about Mr. Ackroyd and Ralph.
7. Why is Mrs. Ackroyd disappointed and upset, in Chapter Ten, according to what she confides to James?
8. Why does Caroline think Miss Russell may be the killer, but James disagrees?
9. Describe the discussion between James and Officer Davis, in Chapter Six.
10. What did Mr. Ackroyd say to James, in Chapter Two, that James knew to be untrue and why did James know that?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Explain how Miss Russell's interest in drugs was tied to Charles Kent and how they became alibis for each other. What led Poirot to make the connection?
Essay Topic 2
Explain what you learned throughout the book about James as a man. When, if ever, did you notice a change in him or realize that he was the true killer before Poirot confronted him? Do you feel that James ultimately made the right decision by deciding to commit suicide? Explain why you think he made the decision and why you agree or disagree with it.
Essay Topic 3
Compare and contrast Poirot with Inspector Raglan. How are their investigative techniques similar and how are they different? Use examples from the story.
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