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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What word is best used to describe Poirot's speculations at this point?
(a) Nonexistent.
(b) Melodramatic.
(c) Strong.
(d) Sketchy.

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

4. What is the name of the garage used by Nick?
(a) Sandy's Garage.
(b) Miller's Garage.
(c) Mott's Garage.
(d) Croft's Garage.

5. What is the girl's unusual nickname?
(a) Bobby.
(b) Fred.
(c) Nick.
(d) Jim.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Nick, the uncle hated ____.

2. What is Freddie's reason for being with Lazarus?

3. What word does Freddie use to describe Nick?

4. Where do Poirot and Hastings spot Nick?

5. What word best describes Poirot at this point?

Short Essay Questions

1. What plan is put into motion by Poirot and Dr. Graham?

2. Examine the conversation regarding Michael Seton.

3. Explain where Poirot and Hastings see Nick. What is the impression the men get of the young woman and her friend?

4. Explain the scene shortly after the discovery of Maggie's body.

5. How did Nick come by her unusual moniker?

6. Who are the other residents at End House?

7. What about the conversation with Ellen strikes Poirot as being odd?

8. What is Poirot's reaction to Freddie's story?

9. Why is Poirot angry with himself over Maggie's murder?

10. What does Poirot say when he approaches Freddie? What is Freddie's reply?

(see the answer keys)

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