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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15, Strange Behavior of Frederica and Chapter 16, Interview with Mr. Whitfield.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which is not among the possible motives for killing Nick?
(a) Jealousy.
(b) Hatred.
(c) Money.
(d) Fame.

2. What is the name of Poirot's companion?
(a) Haywood.
(b) Harmon.
(c) Hastings.
(d) Hitchcock.

3. Poirot believes that Nick is _____.
(a) Withholding information.
(b) Lying.
(c) Playing a part.
(d) Ill.

4. How much is Nick's painting really worth?
(a) 10 pounds.
(b) 100 pounds.
(c) 50 pounds.
(d) 20 pounds.

5. What word is used to describe Ellen?
(a) Conscientious.
(b) Nosy.
(c) Enigma.
(d) Bitty.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sport does Poirot refer to as being "haphazard?"

2. How is the person murdered?

3. What word best describes Poirot at this point?

4. When speaking to Nick at the nursing home Poirot compares himself to which toy?

5. Nick has misplaced her will but tells Poirot it may be in the _____.

(see the answer key)

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