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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. The Constable says that killers are often _____________.
(a) Clumsy.
(b) Cunning.
(c) Forgetful.
(d) Foolish.

2. The face in the window is finally identified as a ____.
(a) Man.
(b) Woman.
(c) Child.
(d) Bear.

3. Poirot refers to murderers as having a different ____________.
(a) Outlook.
(b) Make-up.
(c) Purpose.
(d) Mentality.

4. What is Mrs. Croft's profession?
(a) Cop.
(b) Forger.
(c) Prostitute.
(d) Doctor.

5. Poirot is upset because he feels he has been ____.
(a) Outwitted.
(b) Blindsided.
(c) Fleeting.
(d) Melancholy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who objects to the cover up?

2. How long did the chocolates sit on the table by the nurses' station before they were delivered?

3. What word would Poirot use to describe Nick's lifestyle?

4. What is the name of the Chief Constable?

5. The Constable is eager to keep the investigation away from which of the following:

Short Essay Questions

1. Who do Poirot and Hastings visit after leaving the nursing home?

2. Discuss the scene in which Vyse reads Nick's will.

3. List at least some of the questions Poirot has about the people on the list.

4. Explain the involvement of Weston in the case. What is the most recent piece of evidence uncovered?

5. What is the obvious solution to the crime now that Freddie's husband is dead?

6. Explain the scene with the Crofts at this time.

7. Discuss the meeting between Poirot, Hastings and Inspector Japp.

8. Explain at least some of Nick's efforts to cast suspicion on one of the others in Maggie's murder as well as her own attempted murder.

9. What does Poirot learn when questioning Vyse, Ellen and the Crofts about the missing will?

10. Explain the reason for Poirot and Hastings' trip into London.

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